PPC - Engineer

Wabtec; Krishnagiri District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec in Krishnagiri District, Tamil Nadu, is seeking a Production Planner to manage end-to-end planning, scheduling and execution to meet delivery commitments. The role emphasizes level loading, capacity optimization, material availability, and lean improvements.

You will monitor MPS adherence, coordinate with procurement and shop floor teams, and drive improvements through ERP-based scheduling and inventory control. Experience in manufacturing environments is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in production planning and scheduling.
• Familiarity with ERP systems for manufacturing.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Schedule production for multiple workstations based on demand forecasts and priorities.
• Perform level loading to balance workflow across work centres.
• Plan and allocate shifts considering capacity and requirements.
• Align schedules with the Master Production Schedule (MPS).
• Monitor plant capacity utilization and optimize resource allocation.
• Ensure material availability and coordinate with procurement and Fulfilment teams.
• Release manufacturing orders through ERP and track progress; re-schedule as needed.
• Analyze plan vs actual performance and drive corrective actions.
• Maintain inventory control and reduce excess or obsolete stock.
• Apply lean methods to improve productivity and reduce waste.
• Utilize ERP tools for data-driven decision making.

Skills

Production planning

Scheduling

Lean methodologies

Inventory management

Capacity planning

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Key missions of the position:

• Ensure effective and systematic production planning, scheduling, and execution to meet customer delivery commitments
• Optimize capacity utilization and streamline level loading across manufacturing workstations
• Ensure material availability and proactively mitigate shortages impacting production schedules
• Drive production efficiency through inventory control and lean methodologies
• Ensure adherence to Master Production Schedule (MPS) and improve overall operational reliability

Measurement

Q: Production adherence and quality compliance
C: Inventory optimization and cost efficiency
D: On-time production scheduling and delivery performance

• MPS (Master Production Schedule) Adherence
• Customer OTIF (On Time In Full)
• Plan vs Actual production performance
• Inventory turnover and accuracy.

Main responsibilities:

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Schedule production for different workstations by taking into account demand forecasts, operational priorities, and available resources to ensure smooth and uninterrupted manufacturing flow
• Perform level loading of manufacturing activities in a structured manner to maintain a balanced workflow across all work centres and avoid overburdening or underutilization
• Plan and allocate work shifts efficiently by evaluating production requirements, workforce availability, and shift-wise capacity constraints
• Align production schedules with the Master Production Schedule (MPS) to ensure consistency between planning and execution

Capacity & Resource Management

• Monitor and manage plant capacity utilization by continuously assessing machine loading, manpower allocation, and production efficiency levels across departments
• Optimize resource allocation across machines and manpower in order to achieve maximum productivity while maintaining operational stability and quality

Material Planning & Availability

• Ensure material availability for uninterrupted production by closely monitoring inventory levels and coordinating with Fulfilment team
• Track and resolve material shortages in a proactive manner by collaborating with procurement, warehouse, and planning teams to avoid production delays
• Maintain end-to-end visibility of inventory levels and consumption patterns to support effective and informed production planning decisions

Order Management

Release manufacturing orders through ERP systems in alignment with approved production plans and

• scheduling timelines
• Re-schedule manufacturing orders dynamically based on changing priorities, urgent requirements, or unforeseen disruptions in operations
• Monitor order execution progress regularly to ensure timely completion and strict adherence to delivery commitments

Production Control

• Monitor Plan vs Actual production performance on a continuous basis and conduct detailed analysis of variances to identify gaps and improvement areas
• Implement corrective measures and follow-up actions to ensure alignment with defined production targets and schedules
• Ensure strict adherence to planned schedules by coordinating with shop floor teams and resolving execution-related challenges

Inventory Management

• Manage raw material (RM), work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods inventory with a focus on maintaining operational continuity
• Ensure optimum stock levels are maintained by balancing production requirements with inventory holding costs and storage limitations
• Work towards reducing excess and obsolete inventory through effective planning, monitoring, and control mechanisms

Process Improvement

• Apply lean methodology principles to improve operational efficiency by identifying waste and streamlining production processes
• Identify opportunities for process enhancement by analysing existing workflows and recommending practical improvements
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing productivity, reducing inefficiencies, and improving overall process effectiveness

Systems & Tools

• Work on ERP systems for production planning, scheduling, and execution tracking to ensure data-driven decision-making