Industrial Engineer - Production Planning & Scheduling

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Engineer to manage production planning and scheduling at our Welkom facility. The role focuses on developing detailed schedules, coordinating with manufacturing teams, and analyzing data to drive efficiency and on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in production planning, strong understanding of ERP/MRP systems, and a track record of improving throughput and inventory management in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or a related industrial engineering role.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, capacity planning, and inventory management principles.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, SYSPRO) and planning/scheduling software.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively across departments.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and timely execution.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimize detailed production schedules to meet demand forecasts and operational targets.
• Collaborate closely with manufacturing, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure smooth production flow and material availability.
• Analyze production capacity, identify potential bottlenecks, and recommend solutions to improve scheduling efficiency.
• Monitor production performance against schedules and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production planning and scheduling.
• Utilise ERP/MRP systems and planning software to manage production orders and material requirements.
• Assist in demand forecasting and long-term capacity planning initiatives.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts aimed at enhancing overall production efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Prepare reports on production schedules, performance, and potential issues for management.

Skills

Forecasting

Capacity planning

Production scheduling

Data analysis

Interdepartmental coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

SAP

Oracle

SYSPRO

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and analytical Industrial Engineer to manage Production Planning and Scheduling for their **Welkom** facility. This on-site role is crucial for optimizing production efficiency, ensuring timely delivery of products, and managing inventory levels effectively. You will be responsible for developing detailed production schedules, coordinating with manufacturing teams, and analyzing production data to identify opportunities for improvement. The ideal candidate possesses strong skills in forecasting, capacity planning, and resource allocation within a manufacturing context. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the operational success of our business in the Free State province.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimize detailed production schedules to meet demand forecasts and operational targets.
• Collaborate closely with manufacturing, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure smooth production flow and material availability.
• Analyze production capacity, identify potential bottlenecks, and recommend solutions to improve scheduling efficiency.
• Monitor production performance against schedules and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production planning and scheduling.
• Utilise ERP/MRP systems and planning software to manage production orders and material requirements.
• Assist in demand forecasting and long-term capacity planning initiatives.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts aimed at enhancing overall production efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Prepare reports on production schedules, performance, and potential issues for management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or a related industrial engineering role.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, capacity planning, and inventory management principles.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, SYSPRO) and planning/scheduling software.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively across departments.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and timely execution.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development in production and operations management. This role is based at our established facility in **Welkom**.