Production Planner

Job Summary

The Production Planner is responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating production activities to ensure efficient use of resources, timely delivery of products, and alignment with demand forecasts. The role balances customer requirements, inventory levels, and production capacity while minimizing costs and disruptions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules based on sales forecasts, customer orders, and inventory targets
• Coordinate with manufacturing, procurement, logistics, and sales teams to ensure smooth production flow
• Monitor material availability and work closely with purchasing to avoid shortages or excess inventory
• Analyze capacity, labor, and machine utilization to optimize production efficiency
• Track production progress and adjust schedules to address delays, breakdowns, or demand changes
• Maintain accurate planning data in ERP/MRP systems
• Prep...