Planner 1, Production Planning

Sandisk; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm seeks a Production Planner to enhance operational efficiency through effective scheduling and coordination. In this role, you'll develop and maintain production schedules based on demand forecasts, manage work orders, and analyze data to improve key performance indicators. This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact the company's success. Join a company that values diversity and fosters an inclusive workplace, empowering you to thrive and make a difference in the world of advanced memory technologies.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in production planning or related fields.
• Hands-on experience with SAP PP module is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules based on demand and capacity.
• Track work orders and ensure timely closure.
• Analyze data to improve planning KPIs.

Skills

SAP module in PP

Manufacturing and production planning processes

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Decision making

Interpersonal skills

Education

BS/BA degree

Tools

MES system

Job description

• Job Type (exemption status): Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details below
• Business Function: Production Planning

Company Description

Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality.

Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain production schedules based on demand forecast, inventory levels, and production capacity.
• Track and follow up the progress of work orders and ensure they are closed in a timely manner.
• Adjust and manage production WIP to sustain optimal operational performance.
• Advise on strategies to optimize and accelerate the order fulfillment.
• Quickly identify potential risks and escalate work orders that may be at risk of missing deadlines.
• Collaborate with the Planning Support team for seamless coordination.
• Reassess and recommit to order fulfillment plans when work orders are missed.
• Proactively analyze data to determine opportunities to improve planning KPI.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• BS/ BA degree or equivalent with 1 or more years of related experience.

SKILLS:

• Preferably with hands-on experience in SAP module in PP and MES system.
• Good understanding of manufacturing and production planning processes.
• Excellent in verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Must have good judgement along with good decision making, communication and interpersonal skills.

Additional Information

Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [emailprotected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.