Production Planner

Ichor Systems, Inc.; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rewards & benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

Medical, dental, optical benefits

Shift allowance where applicable

Job summary

Ichor Systems, Inc. is seeking a Production Planner in Malaysia to help ensure production activities run smoothly and on schedule.

You will coordinate production schedules, manage material availability and WIP, and work closely with Production and cross-functional teams to keep manufacturing on track. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 2 years of production planning experience, with strong knowledge of MRP/ERP and Excel for planning and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Supply Chain, Manufacturing or Business Management.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in production planning or material planning in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of MRP and ERP systems used for production and material planning.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, for planning and reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with good organizational skills.
• Effective communication and coordination across Production, Stores and Supply Chain teams.
• Ability to work independently with moderate supervision in a fast-paced setting.
• Attention to deadlines and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience in a semiconductor manufacturing context is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and coordinate the flow of materials between production stages for Ichor products.
• Review production schedules and identify upcoming material, equipment, and resource needs.
• Monitor WIP and work orders; address variances with Production and Stores.
• Resolve production and material issues promptly to maintain schedules.
• Manage changes to WIP jobs and work orders with relevant teams.
• Coordinate production priorities based on material, manpower, and equipment availability.
• Monitor progress against schedules and flag risks or delays to stakeholders.
• Prepare and communicate production status and performance reports to management.
• Collaborate across departments to improve production flow and meet deadlines.

Skills

Analytical and problem-solving

Organizational and time-management

Communication and coordination

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing

Tools

MRP

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are looking for a Production Planner to join our Planning team in Malaysia and help ensure our production activities run smoothly, efficiently, and on schedule

In this role, you will coordinate production schedules, manage material availability and WIP, and work closely with Production and other cross-functional teams to keep manufacturing on track. You’ll play an important role in ensuring the right materials and resources are available at the right time to meet production and customer requirements

Responsibilities:

• Schedule and coordinate the flow of materials between production stages in producing Ichor products for specific planner groups
• Review production schedules and identify upcoming requirements for materials, equipment, and resources.
• Monitor WIP and work orders, identify variances, and work with Production and Stores to ensure accurate and timely material management
• Resolve production and material issues promptly to minimize delays and keep production schedules on track
• Manage changes to WIP jobs and work orders, ensuring updates are properly coordinated with relevant teams
• Coordinate production priorities based on material, manpower, equipment availability, and production requirements
• Monitor progress against production schedules and proactively highlight potential risks or delays to the relevant stakeholders
• Prepare and communicate production status and performance reports to management in a timely manner
• Collaborate across departments to improve production flow, meet deadlines, and maintain smooth day-to-day manufacturing operations

Responsibilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Management, Manufacturing, or a related field is preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience in production planning, material planning, or a similar manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of MRP and ERP systems used for production and material planning
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for planning, analysis, and reporting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and take timely action
• Good organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and production deadlines
• Strong communication and coordination skills when working with Production, Stores, Supply Chain, and other teams
• Able to work independently with moderate supervision in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Why Join Ichor?

• Competitive Rewards & Benefits – AWS, quarterly variable bonus, employee stock purchase plan, medical, dental, optical benefits, and shift allowance where applicable
• Be Part of the Semiconductor Industry – Support advanced semiconductor manufacturing through innovative products, precision manufacturing and critical technologies
• Learning & Development – Build your skills through hands-on experience, on-the-job learning, training and company support to pursue further education and professional certification
• Career Opportunities – Take on new challenges and build your career with a global organization that recognizes and rewards your contributions
• People & Culture – Be part of an inclusive workplace that values innovation, collaboration, operational excellence, honesty, reliability and employee wellbeing