Production Planner

Nelson Recruiting Agency; California (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a Production Planner in California, United States. This role involves managing production schedules, collaborating across departments, and ensuring timely task completion. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in production scheduling. Strong multitasking and data analysis skills are essential for this position. Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma is preferred for improved processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in production scheduling.
• Proficiency in generating and understanding reports for decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Develop short- and long-term production schedules based on customer orders and inventory needs.
• Collaborate with various departments to meet production deadlines.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Compile and analyze data from multiple sources.

Skills

Multitasking

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Report generation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

The Production Planner will be responsible for managing production schedules and ensuring timely completion of tasks to meet company deadlines. This role requires close collaboration with manufacturing, warehousing, and shipping departments to optimize production processes and meet critical timelines. The planner will also consolidate reports, analyze data, and provide actionable recommendations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop short- and long-term production schedules based on customer orders and inventory needs.
• Collaborate with various departments to meet production deadlines.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Compile and analyze data from multiple sources.
• Generate reports and daily production forms.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in production scheduling.
• Strong multitasking and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in generating and understanding reports for decision-making.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or production industries.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma is preferred.