What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Planning Manager - Industrial Manufacturing - Direct Hire position at Softworld, a Kelly Company?
Production Planning Manager - Industrial Manufacturing Management - Direct Hire
Location: Augusta, GA
Direct Hire
We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Manager to lead materials planning and inventory control functions within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring material availability, maintaining accurate inventory, and supporting efficient production flow while leading a small team of materials and inventory professionals.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee material planning, production scheduling, and inventory control to support timely and accurate product delivery.
- Lead the release, control, and tracking of shop floor work orders through completion.
- Proactively resolve material shortages and supplier delivery issues; recommend long-term solutions to strengthen the supply chain.
- Monitor production, capacity, and inventory reports to ensure proper material flow and alignment with production schedules.
- Manage supplier relationships and coordinate with engineering, quality, and procurement teams to address material concerns.
- Supervise and mentor inventory control staff, providing direction, feedback, and support to meet organizational goals.
- Partner with corporate supply chain and procurement leaders on continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field.
- 8 years of experience in materials management, purchasing, or production planning within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of production planning, supply chain management, and inventory control best practices.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with experience supervising teams.
- APICS/CPIM, Lean, or Six Sigma certification strongly preferred.
- Proven ability to forecast, strategically plan, and work collaboratively across functions.
This role offers an opportunity to directly impact operations in a growing manufacturing business, with visibility to leadership and room to drive meaningful process improvements.
Salary : $115,000 - $145,000