Manufacturing Planner: Optimize Production & Inventory

MD Tool Technologies Sdn Bhd; Skudai; On-site; MYR 56,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

MD Tool Technologies Sdn Bhd is seeking a skilled Planner to join our Skudai, Johor manufacturing team on a full-time basis. The role focuses on optimizing production schedules, allocating resources efficiently, and ensuring on-time delivery through close coordination with procurement, manufacturing, and logistics.

The ideal candidate will have proven planning experience in manufacturing, strong ERP and planning software skills, and excellent analytical and communication abilities to drive

Qualifications

• Proven experience in production planning, scheduling, or a similar role in manufacturing.
• Strong proficiency in planning software and ERP systems.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with data-driven decision making.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Experience with demand forecasting and inventory management systems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate production schedules based on customer demand forecasts and capacity constraints
• Monitor and adjust production plans in response to changes in order volumes, material availability, and resource constraints
• Coordinate with procurement, manufacturing, and logistics teams to align delivery schedules and material requirements
• Manage inventory levels by analyzing consumption patterns and implementing stock control measures
• Prepare regular reports on production performance, delivery metrics, and schedule adherence for senior management
• Identify and resolve scheduling conflicts and bottlenecks to minimize production delays
• Collaborate with quality assurance and operations teams to address production issues and implement corrective actions
• Utilize planning software and systems to track orders, materials, and production progress
• Forecast resource requirements and communicate capacity constraints to management

Skills

Production planning

Scheduling

ERP systems

Analytical thinking

Time management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Lean manufacturing

Education

Diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Planning software

ERP systems

Job description

MD Tool Technologies Sdn Bhd is seeking a skilled Planner to join our Skudai, Johor manufacturing team on a full-time basis. The role focuses on optimizing production schedules, allocating resources efficiently, and ensuring on-time delivery through close coordination with procurement, manufacturing, and logistics.

The ideal candidate will have proven planning experience in manufacturing, strong ERP and planning software skills, and excellent analytical and communication abilities to drive