Production Planner

Industry: Consumer Goods / Manufacturing

We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Production Planner to oversee end-to-end planning and coordination of daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role plays a critical part in ensuring operational efficiency, on-time order fulfillment, and adherence to quality standards.

The ideal candidate will serve as a key liaison between cross-functional teams—including Procurement, Quality, and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)—to effectively balance supply and demand while optimizing resources and minimizing lead times.

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and manage the Master Production Schedule (MPS) based on demand forecasts and production capacity
• Create and issue detailed production schedules across multiple manufacturing lines
• Monitor schedule performance and proactively adjust plans to address constraints such as material shortages or downtime

Material & Inventory Coordination

• Ensure timely availability of raw materials and packaging components to support production
• Partner with Procurement and Warehouse teams to maintain optimal inventory levels
• Support new product introductions (NPIs) and pilot runs in collaboration with cross-functional teams

Capacity & Resource Optimization

• Forecast labor, equipment, and resource requirements based on production volume
• Identify capacity constraints and recommend solutions (e.g., overtime, shift adjustments)
• Utilize efficiency metrics (e.g., OEE) to improve scheduling accuracy and performance

Systems & Process Management

• Maintain accurate data within ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)
• Generate and analyze reports related to production performance, WIP, and material usage
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning processes and reduce waste

Compliance & Quality

• Ensure production plans align with applicable regulatory and quality standards (e.g., GMP, ISO)
• Coordinate with Quality teams to incorporate holds, releases, and validation requirements into schedules
• Maintain thorough documentation to support audits and traceability

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Preferred:

• APICS (CPIM or CSCP) certification
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience
• Familiarity with ISO standards

Experience

• 3–7 years of production planning experience within a regulated or high-volume manufacturing environment (e.g., consumer goods, pharmaceutical, or personal care)

Technical Skills

• Strong experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, etc.)
• Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, data analysis)
• Working knowledge of batch or continuous manufacturing processes

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize and make decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Effective cross-functional communication and collaboration

Pay: $90,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $90,000 - $105,000