Entry Level Production Planner

PPG Industries, Inc; Mojave (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Life

Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Disability/Leave

Family Leave

Other voluntary benefit offerings

Job summary

PPG Industries, Inc. in Mojave, CA is seeking a Production Planner to support manufacturing operations by preparing and maintaining detailed production schedules aligned with demand, capacity, and material availability.

The role sits onsite, reports to the Supply Chain Manager, and requires MRP/ERP familiarity, Excel data analysis, and a Bachelor's in a related field. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, with growth opportunities in a safety‑conscious environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• Working understanding of MRP systems within a manufacturing or QA environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis.
• Internship, co‑op, or coursework related to manufacturing, production planning, or supply chain.
• Familiarity with ERP systems used in manufacturing environments.
• US Citizens, Green Card holders, and certain asylees/refuges are eligible to apply.
• Security clearance may be required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed production schedules to meet required volumes while considering plant capacity and material availability.
• Use MRP functionality within a manufacturing or QA system to support production planning activities.
• Perform pack planning and bulk planning based on production requirements.
• Monitor actual production figures versus planned schedules and identify variances.
• Prepare and implement schedule adjustments in response to production constraints, material shortages, or demand changes.
• Support production meetings by providing schedule updates and production data.
• Ensure planning activities align with quality, safety, and manufacturing standards.
• Maintain accurate production planning records and reports to support continuous improvement projects.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field

Data analysis

Microsoft Excel

Tools

MRP systems

ERP systems

Job description

The Production Planner supports manufacturing operations by preparing and maintaining detailed production schedules aligned with demand requirements, plant capacity, and material availability within PPG's Aerospace business. You will sit onsite in our Mojave, CA facility. You will report to the Supply Chain Manager.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed production schedules to meet required volumes while considering plant capacity and material availability
• Use MRP functionality within a manufacturing or QA system to support production planning activities
• Perform pack planning and bulk planning based on production requirements
• Monitor actual production figures versus planned schedules and identify variances
• Prepare and implement schedule adjustments in response to production constraints, material shortages, or demand changes
• Support production meetings by providing schedule updates and production data
• Ensure planning activities align with quality, safety, and manufacturing standards
• Maintain accurate production planning records and reports to support continuous improvement projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
• Working understanding of MRP systems within a manufacturing or QA environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis
• Internship, co‑op, or coursework related to manufacturing, production planning, or supply chain
• Familiarity with ERP systems used in manufacturing environments
• Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and political asylees or refuges are eligible to apply
• You must have or be eligible to obtain security clearance

The base salary range for this position is $45,000 to $55,000, with a possibility of an annual bonus up to 2.5% of base salary. PPG offers comprehensive benefits such as Health, Dental, Life, Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation and Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Disability/Leave, Family Leave and other voluntary benefit offerings. Actual benefit offerings confirmed at the time of hire.

PPG offers equal opportunities to all applicants and employees. We provide opportunities for growth and development in an environment that supports continuous learning and values diverse ideas and perspectives. All applicants will be considered for full employment without regard to gender, pregnancy, race, skin color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

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