Production Planner: ERP & Scheduling Master

Precision; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Production Planner to manage detailed production planning and scheduling, maintain the Master Production Schedule, and coordinate with Sales, Production and Quality to meet customer demands.

The role requires 5–8 years in manufacturing, preferably packaging, with strong ERP (Oracle) skills, data analysis, and ability to optimise capacity while ensuring ISO/QHSE compliance and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelors’ Degree or Diploma in engineering preferably Mechanical/Electrical.
• 5 to 8 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, preferably packaging.
• Experience in production planning, scheduling or similar production / supply chain capacity.
• Proficient in ERP systems and data reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop daily and weekly production schedules in coordination with Sales and Production teams.
• Monitor job orders, prioritize them based on delivery commitments and available resources.
• Maintain and update the Master Production Schedule (MPS) with accuracy.
• Prepare and release necessary documentation to the shop floor for production planning and control.
• Plan production to ensure delivery schedules meet customer requirements.
• Act as a bridge between Sales, Customer Service, and Operations to ensure flow of information and schedule adherence.
• Liaise with production team to identify capacity constraints and reschedule accordingly.
• Support S&OP process by providing inputs and forecasts.
• Track inventory levels and suggest replenishments to meet demand.
• Update and maintain Bills of Materials (BOM) with Quality and Production teams.
• Maintain production data in Oracle ERP and ensure accurate job postings.
• Record man-hours on machinery and verify with related records.
• Support Master Data Governance related to Operations Master Data in Oracle ERP.
• Analyze production reports, downtime logs, and performance trends to support decisions.
• Assist in scheduling machine usage to optimize capacity and plant performance.
• Ensure new product developments/trials and all work orders are planned and produced on time.
• Maintain proper documentation and traceability for all production records.
• Track shift schedules, man-hours and productivity metrics.
• Ensure compliance with Safety, Quality, Food Safety and Environment requirements (ISO/local).

Skills

Data analysis

Microsoft Excel

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

ERP experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in engineering (mechanical/electrical)

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Precision in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Production Planner to manage detailed production planning and scheduling, maintain the Master Production Schedule, and coordinate with Sales, Production and Quality to meet customer demands.

The role requires 5–8 years in manufacturing, preferably packaging, with strong ERP (Oracle) skills, data analysis, and ability to optimise capacity while ensuring ISO/QHSE compliance and accurate documentation.