Description

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of the Production Planner is to organize production according to demand and quality standards, ensuring our goods are produced on time for distribution in a profitable manner. The Production Planner will support manufacturing and develop this role to include broader responsibilities. This position requires a self-starter with an analytical mind. 

Duties/ Responsibilities:

• Work with management in coordinating and planning production activities to improve runtime.
• Plan production tasks and schedules according to customer orders.
• Develop and review production plan with Managers for approval.
• Monitor the execution of production plan and resolve any potential issues in a timely fashion.
• Escalate complex issues to Manager for resolution.
• Investigate production problem, analyze root causes and provide solutions.
• Communicate production status to Managers on regular basis.
• Analyze back orders, current orders and upcoming orders to prioritize, plan, and schedule the production operations.
• Plan equipment, material and manpower requirements to execute job orders.
• Coordinate with Managers in planning and implementing engineering changes in production lines.
• Plan inventory management processes to avoid shortages and excesses.
• Monitor production progress and ensure that final product meets quality standards and customer specifications.
• Adhere to company standards and production policies to meet company objectives.
• Analyze delays and interruptions and accordingly adjust production schedule to meet deadlines.
• Maintain reports for production planning activities and sequences
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proven experience as production planner
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate with a diverse audience at various levels
• Excellent knowledge of production planning and quality control principles
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Power Point and Excel)
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Detail oriented and commitment to follow through to completion.
• Strong interpersonal skills; Strong team player 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma: Further education or certification is preferred

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer 

· Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and walking from one end of the building to the other.

· Able to walk a minimum of 5,000 steps per day.

· Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times.