Junior Production Planning Engineer

Safety Projects; Umbargaon; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Safety Projects Pvt Ltd is seeking a Senior Production Planning Engineer to manage production planning, machine loading, and material planning to ensure smooth manufacturing operations and timely project execution.

The role requires strong coordination with cross-functional departments, ERP coordination, and delivery performance improvements to minimize delays and optimize productivity.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of ERP systems and planning tools.
• Proven experience in production planning and scheduling.
• Proficient in Excel reporting and data analysis.
• Understanding of fabrication/manufacturing processes.
• Ability to plan capacity and optimize resources.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent coordination and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production plans based on project schedules and capacity.
• Develop machine loading plans for optimum utilization of plant resources.
• Monitor capacity utilization and identify improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate with Stores and Purchase to ensure material availability.
• Release production orders through ERP and track WIP.
• Maintain accurate planning data in the ERP system.
• Prepare planning MIS and production tracking reports.
• Provide regular status updates to management and support continuous improvement.

Skills

ERP systems

Production planning

Advanced Excel

Reporting

Fabrication processes

Capacity planning

Analytical

Coordination

Education

BE / Diploma in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Job description

PRODUCTION PLANNING ENGINEER

Company: Safety Projects Pvt Ltd

Department: Production Planning & Control (PPC)

Reporting To: Production Head

Location: Umbergaon Plant

Position Summary

Safety Projects Pvt Ltd is seeking an experienced and result-oriented Senior Production Planning Engineer to manage production planning, machine loading, material planning, ERP coordination, and production scheduling to ensure smooth manufacturing operations and timely project execution. The role requires strong coordination with cross-functional departments to optimize productivity, minimize delays, and improve delivery performance.

Production Planning

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production plans based on project schedules and manufacturing capacity.


• Develop machine-wise loading plans for optimum utilization of plant resources.


• Monitor production capacity utilization and identify improvement opportunities.


• Ensure adherence to production schedules and committed delivery timelines.

ERP Coordination

• Generate and release production orders through ERP systems.


• Monitor Work-in-Progress (WIP) through ERP and shop floor coordination.


• Track production progress, identify delays, and initiate corrective actions.


• Maintain accurate production and planning data within the ERP system.

Material Planning

• Coordinate with Stores and Purchase departments for timely material availability.


• Ensure availability of raw materials, consumables, and production inputs as per production schedules.


• Monitor inventory levels and material shortages to avoid production disruptions.


• Support inventory optimization and stock control activities.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Coordinate effectively with: Design Department, Production Department, Stores, Purchase Department, Dispatch Department


• Ensure smooth communication and timely resolution of production-related issues.

Reporting & MIS

• Prepare planning MIS reports and production tracking reports.


• Monitor bottlenecks, delays, and resource constraints.


• Provide regular production status updates to management.


• Support continuous improvement initiatives in planning and manufacturing processes.

Qualification

• BE / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering

Experience

• 3–6 years of experience in Production Planning & Control (PPC), preferably in fabrication and manufacturing industry.

Skills Required

• Strong knowledge of ERP systems


• Production planning and scheduling expertise


• Advanced Excel and reporting skills


• Understanding of fabrication and manufacturing processes


• Capacity planning and resource optimization


• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities


• Effective coordination and communication skills

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Schedule adherence


• Planning accuracy


• Reduction in material shortages


• Effective WIP control


• On-time delivery adherence


• Machine utilization efficiency

Preferred Attributes

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities


• Strong organizational and decision-making skills


• Proactive and solution-oriented approach


• Team player with excellent coordination abilities