Fabrication Production Planner: Optimize Schedules & Materials

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Fabrication Production Planner to coordinate production workflows, schedules, and material requirements to ensure timely delivery of fabricated products.

The role focuses on optimizing resources to minimize downtime and managing inventory while resolving bottlenecks between sales, engineering, and production. Key duties include developing schedules, coordinating with fabrication teams, releasing orders based on MRP, and addressing disruptions or

Qualifications

• ERP/MRP software knowledge for planning and tracking.
• Strong analytical skills to translate forecasts into schedules.
• Excellent communication between procurement, production, and sales.
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in business or engineering or equivalent manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Production Scheduling: Develop, maintain, and adjust detailed manufacturing schedules (MPS) to meet customer demand and sales forecasts.
• Workflow Optimization: Coordinate with fabrication teams to optimize resources, reduce bottlenecks, and manage production timelines.
• Material Control: Monitor inventory levels, initiate purchase requisitions, and ensure material availability to meet production schedules.
• Order Management: Release manufacturing orders based on MRP and track progress, providing regular status updates.
• Problem Solving: Address production disruptions, material shortages, or machinery issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in business or engineering

Tools

ERP/MRP software

Job description

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Fabrication Production Planner to coordinate production workflows, schedules, and material requirements to ensure timely delivery of fabricated products.

The role focuses on optimizing resources to minimize downtime and managing inventory while resolving bottlenecks between sales, engineering, and production. Key duties include developing schedules, coordinating with fabrication teams, releasing orders based on MRP, and addressing disruptions or