Production Planning Executive

Polyparts Sdn Bhd; Ipoh; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Ipoh is seeking a Production Planning Executive to oversee production planning and scheduling processes. In this full-time role, you will coordinate with procurement and sales teams, develop production schedules, analyze data for efficiencies, and support continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate should have a relevant tertiary qualification and 2-3 years of experience in a similar role. Excellent communication and analytical skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience in a production planning or scheduling role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules to meet customer demand.
• Liaise with production, procurement and sales teams to optimise material flow and inventory levels.
• Analyse production data and identify opportunities to improve efficiencies.
• Communicate production plans and progress to internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Production, Operations or related field

Tools

Production planning and scheduling software

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to join Polyparts Sdn Bhd as a Production Planning Executive. In this full‑time role, you will be responsible for overseeing the production planning and scheduling processes to ensure efficient and timely delivery of products from our Ipoh facility.

What you’ll be doing

• Develop and maintain production schedules to meet customer demand
• Liaise with production, procurement and sales teams to optimise material flow and inventory levels
• Analyse production data and identify opportunities to improve efficiencies
• Communicate production plans and progress to internal and external stakeholders
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production processes
• Provide support and guidance to the production team as needed

What we’re looking for

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Production, Operations or a related field
• 2‑3 years’ experience in a production planning or scheduling role, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail
• Proficient in using production planning and scheduling software
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross‑functional teams
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and adapt to changing priorities

If you’re excited about this opportunity and believe you have the skills and experience to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply now.