Production Planning Senior Executive / Manager (Precision Machining industry)

Talent Recruit; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision engineering company is seeking a Senior Production Planner / Manager in Subang Jaya. The Planner will oversee production scheduling, coordinate across departments, and ensure optimal efficiency in manufacturing. Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience and strong knowledge of precision machining processes. A degree in Engineering and familiarity with ERP systems are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in production planning within precision machining or metal processing environment.
• Strong knowledge of CNC, EDM, Grinding, and other precision machining processes.
• Experience in high-mix, low-volume production environment (semiconductor tooling preferred).

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on customer orders.
• Balance workloads across CNC, EDM, Grinding, and other departments.
• Monitor productivity and recommend training or reallocation when needed.

Skills

CNC

EDM

Grinding

Analytical skills

Coordination skills

Communication skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Mechanical / Manufacturing / Industrial Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Company Background

Our client is a well-established precision engineering company, specializing in high-quality machinery parts for various industries, looking for Senior Production Planner / Manager to join their team based at Subang Jaya.

Job Summary

The Planner will be responsible for the overall production planning and coordination across all machining and metal processing departments. This role requires deep understanding of precision manufacturing processes, machine capabilities, manpower capacity, and ERP system utilization to ensure optimal production flow, on-time delivery, and maximum efficiency.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and manage daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on customer orders, priorities, and capacity.
• Balance workloads across CNC, EDM, Grinding, Milling, Turning, Tool making, QC and Assembly departments.
• Anticipate bottlenecks and proactively adjust schedules to maintain delivery commitments.
• Understand each metal processing machines capability, accuracy, and cycle time.
• Assign jobs according to the most suitable machine and process route.
• Work closely with Production and Engineering to optimize setups and minimize downtime.
• Evaluate each operators skill level and assign tasks accordingly.
• Monitor productivity and recommend training or reallocation when needed.
• Support shift and overtime planning to meet urgent delivery needs.
• Create, update, and monitor work orders in the ERP system.
• Track real-time job status, material availability, and machine utilization.
• Generate reports for management on planning accuracy, lead time, and output.
• Liaise with Sales, Purchasing, Engineering, and Quality to align job priorities.
• Ensure clear communication of changes, delays, or special requirements.
• Participate in daily production meetings and continuous improvement projects.
• Identify opportunities to shorten lead times and improve resource efficiency.
• Support process standardization and best practice implementation across planning.

Job Requirements

• At least a Diploma or Degree in Mechanical / Manufacturing / Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in production planning within precision machining or metal processing environment.
• Strong knowledge of CNC, EDM, Grinding, and other precision machining processes.
• Experienced with ERP systems (e.g., Monitoring ERP, or similar).
• Excellent coordination, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills; able to work with multiple teams.
• Strong sense of responsibility, urgency, and commitment to on-time delivery.
• Experience in high-mix, low-volume production environment (semiconductor tooling preferred).
• Familiar with ISO and cleanroom manufacturing environments.
• Able to interpret engineering drawings and production routings.

Application

Qualified and interested candidates may apply online or email your updated resume to revathiy(at)talentrecruit.com.my

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.