Production Planner

Job description

Production Planner plays a crucial role in the manufacturing process, ensuring that goods are produced on time, in the right quantities, and with optimal resource use. Their responsibilities revolve around managing production schedules, inventory levels, and communication between departments to ensure smooth operations. Below are key roles and responsibilities of a Production Planner:

1. Production Scheduling

• Create, maintain, and adjust production schedules based on demand forecasts, inventory levels, and production capacity.
• Ensure that production runs meet deadlines and optimize the use of resources.
• Plan production workflows and sequences to ensure efficiency.

2. Capacity Planning

• Analyze production capacity and demand forecasts to balance workloads.
• Adjust schedules to accommodate machine availability, labor, and other resources.
• Identify potential bottlenecks in production and resolve them proactively.

3. Inventory Management

• Coordinate with procurement and inventory teams to ensure raw materials are available when needed.
• Monitor stock levels of raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods to prevent shortages or overstock.
• Implement inventory control techniques, such as Just-in-Time (JIT), to minimize holding costs.

4. Coordination Between Departments

• Liaise with various departments like procurement, production, logistics, and quality control to ensure smooth operations.
• Communicate changes in production plans or schedules with all relevant teams.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to understand customer demands and align production accordingly.

5. Resource Optimization

• Identify opportunities to optimize the use of machinery, labor, and materials.
• Minimize waste and reduce production downtime by streamlining operations.

6. Data Analysis and Reporting

• Use production data to analyze efficiency, identify trends, and forecast future production needs.
• Generate reports on production progress, delays, and challenges to inform management decision-making.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, production cycle time, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).

7. Problem-Solving

• Address any disruptions or delays in the production schedule, such as equipment failure or material shortages.
• Find solutions to production-related problems to minimize downtime and maintain production flow.

8. Continuous Improvement

• Implement and drive continuous improvement initiatives within the production planning process.
• Stay updated on new planning tools, techniques, and technologies to improve planning accuracy and efficiency.

9. Compliance and Safety

• Ensure that production planning activities adhere to regulatory requirements and safety standards.
• Work with quality control to ensure products meet required specifications.

10. Cost Management

• Monitor production costs and make adjustments to reduce expenses while maintaining product quality.
• Coordinate with the finance department to align production plans with budget goals.

These responsibilities ensure that the production planner acts as a bridge between various departments, balancing demand and capacity, and driving overall production efficiency.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From RM3,000.00 - RM3,500.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Maternity leave
• Opportunities for promotion
• Parental leave

Schedule:

• Day shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Overtime pay

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: RM3,000.00 - RM3,500.00 per month

Benefits:

• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Maternity leave
• Opportunities for promotion

Schedule:

• Day shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Overtime pay
• Performance bonus