Industrial Engineer - Production Planning

Placements24; The Islands (MS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Paid time off & holidays

Professional development

Exposure to diverse production enviro

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking an Industrial Engineer focused on production planning and scheduling to ensure efficient operation of production lines and optimal resource use. You will develop, implement, and refine schedules, analyze capacity, and coordinate with production and supply chain teams to synchronize activities.

The role requires hands-on expertise in manufacturing flow and resource allocation, with 3-5 years in related roles and familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and data analysis

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in production planning or scheduling.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, capacity planning, and scheduling methodologies.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and data analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Paarl.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed production schedules to meet demand requirements while optimizing resource utilization.
• Analyze production capacity, identify potential bottlenecks, and propose solutions to improve throughput.
• Collaborate with sales, inventory management, and procurement to ensure alignment of production plans with business needs.
• Implement and maintain systems for tracking production progress and performance against schedules.
• Utilize forecasting data and historical performance to improve planning accuracy.
• Work with operations teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues that impact production schedules.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

ERP/MRP systems

Data analysis tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or Operations Management

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Industrial Engineer to focus on production planning and scheduling for their facility in Paarl . This role is crucial for ensuring that production lines operate efficiently, meet demand targets, and utilize resources optimally. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and refining production schedules, analyzing capacity constraints, and working closely with production and supply chain teams to synchronize operations. This on-site position requires a hands‑on approach and a deep understanding of manufacturing flow and resource allocation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed production schedules to meet demand requirements while optimizing resource utilization.
• Analyze production capacity, identify potential bottlenecks, and propose solutions to improve throughput.
• Collaborate with sales, inventory management, and procurement to ensure alignment of production plans with business needs.
• Implement and maintain systems for tracking production progress and performance against schedules.
• Utilize forecasting data and historical performance to improve planning accuracy.
• Work with operations teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues that impact production schedules.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering , Operations Management, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or a related industrial engineering role.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, capacity planning, and scheduling methodologies.
• Proficiency with production planning software (e.g., ERP/MRP systems) and data analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Paarl .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Paid time off and statutory holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development in production management and planning.
• Exposure to diverse production environments and challenges.
• A collaborative team culture focused on operational efficiency.