Production Planner

FERROTEC MANUFACTURING MALAYSIA SDN. BHD.; Kedah; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing firm in Malaysia is seeking a Senior Production Planner to manage and optimize production schedules, ensuring on-time delivery and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field and 5-7 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in production scheduling software and Lean Manufacturing principles is required. This role will involve collaboration with multiple departments and requires strong data analysis skills.

Benefits

Group Insurance

Yearly Dental/Optical/Health Check

Meal provided

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in production planning in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience with production scheduling software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize production schedules.
• Coordinate with procurement for timely delivery.
• Analyze production data and prepare reports.

Skills

Production scheduling software proficiency

Lean Manufacturing principles knowledge

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

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Overview

The Production Planner is responsible for developing, managing, and optimizing production schedules to ensure that products are manufactured and delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires close collaboration with various departments, including procurement, engineering, quality control, and logistics, to align production goals with company objectives. The Senior Production Planner also analyzes production data, identifies bottlenecks, and implements solutions to improve efficiency and productivity.

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules, ensuring alignment with demand forecasts and inventory levels.
• Monitor production processes, adjusting schedules as necessary to accommodate changes in priorities, material availability, or unexpected issues.
• Coordinate with procurement to ensure timely delivery of raw materials and components.

Inventory Management

• Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods to ensure optimal stock levels.
• Work with the procurement team to minimize excess inventory and reduce waste.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product quality.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing principles and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Serve as a key liaison between production, procurement, quality control, engineering, and logistics departments.
• Communicate production status, delays, and issues to relevant stakeholders.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to align production goals with overall company objectives.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
• Prepare and present regular reports on production performance, including key metrics such as on-time delivery, production efficiency, and inventory levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in production planning or a related role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience with production scheduling software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.

Ask

Your application will include the following questions:

• What’s your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years’ experience do you have as a Production Planner?
• Which of the following languages are you fluent in?

Perks and benefits Group Insurance Yearly Dental / Optical / Yearly Health Check Meal provided