Planning Executive

Team Bridge Advisory; Sharjah; On-site; AED 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading steel manufacturing company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Production Planning & Control (PPC) Engineer. This role requires 1–5 years of experience in the steel pipe manufacturing sector, focusing on production planning and material control. The successful candidate will prepare production plans, optimize processes, and ensure coordination among teams to achieve production targets. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for success in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of experience in PPC / Production Planning.
• Experience in ERW pipe manufacturing processes is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare production plans based on customer orders and capacity.
• Coordinate with teams to ensure adherence to schedules.
• Monitor and report production progress and deviations.
• Optimize machine utilization for production targets.
• Track material availability and minimize waste.
• Maintain accurate production data and generate reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Coordination

Communication

Organized

Detail-oriented

Education

Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical, Production, Industrial, or Metallurgical Engineering

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

MS Excel

MS Office

Job description

Production Planning & Control (PPC) Engineer – Steel Pipe Manufacturing

Industry: Steel / ERW Pipe & Tube Manufacturing | Experience Required: 1–5 Years | Location: Abu Dhabi

Job Summary

We are looking for a Production Planning & Control (PPC) Engineer with hands‑on experience in the steel pipe / tube manufacturing industry. The candidate will be responsible for production planning, material control, order coordination, and performance monitoring to ensure smooth and efficient manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production Planning & Scheduling
   • Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production plans based on customer orders and plant capacity.
   • Coordinate with Production and Maintenance teams to ensure adherence to schedules.
   • Monitor daily production progress and report deviations from plans.
   • Optimize machine utilization and manpower deployment to achieve production targets.
2. Material Planning & Control
   • Prepare coil requirement calculations and slitting plans as per pipe size mix and production schedule.
   • Coordinate with Stores and Procurement to ensure timely availability of coils, raw materials, and consumables.
   • Track coil consumption, stock levels, and leftovers to minimize material wastage.
   • Maintain accurate material inward, issue, and consumption records.
3. Order Management & Coordination
   • Review customer orders, technical specifications, and delivery schedules received from Sales/Marketing.
   • Convert customer orders into production orders and update ERP/MIS systems.
   • Coordinate with Dispatch and Logistics for timely order fulfillment.
   • Share regular production and dispatch status updates with internal stakeholders.
4. Data Recording & Reporting
   • Maintain daily production data including output, downtime, coil utilization, and yield.
   • Generate daily and weekly MIS reports for management review.
   • Support analysis of production deviations, bottlenecks, and performance trends.
5. Process & Performance Monitoring
   • Track planned vs actual production and follow up for corrective actions.
   • Support re‑planning during breakdowns, material shortages, or urgent orders.
   • Monitor KPIs such as production efficiency, yield %, and downtime for continuous improvement.
6. Coordination & Communication
   • Act as a coordination link between Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Logistics teams.
   • Ensure all departments are aligned with current production priorities.
   • Assist the Planning In-Charge during daily review meetings.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical, Production, Industrial, or Metallurgical Engineering.

Experience

• 1–5 years of experience in PPC / Production Planning within the steel pipe or tube manufacturing industry is mandatory.
• Experience in ERW pipe manufacturing processes (forming, welding, sizing, finishing, dispatch) will be a strong advantage.

Technical Competencies

• Understanding of ERW pipe production flow and machinery.
• Knowledge of coil width calculation, slitting plans, and yield analysis.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Office.

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent coordination and communication abilities.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and proactive.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

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