Production Planner - Custom Manufacturing & SAP Scheduling

Georg Fischer; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Georg Fischer is seeking a highly organized Production Planner in Irvine, California, to manage production planning activities. This role includes coordinating work orders and ensuring efficient, timely manufacturing.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Supply Chain Management and experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP. Strong analytical skills and a collaborative mindset are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in production planning or scheduling in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of production work orders ensuring data accuracy.
• Maintain and update the production schedule based on demand forecasts.
• Act as liaison between production, customer service, and other departments.
• Track production progress and identify potential delays.
• Analyze demand planning and inventory data to optimize schedules.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

ERP systems (SAP preferred)

Production scheduling

Inventory control

Lean manufacturing principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field

APICS (CPIM) certification

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Georg Fischer is seeking a highly organized Production Planner in Irvine, California, to manage production planning activities. This role includes coordinating work orders and ensuring efficient, timely manufacturing.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Supply Chain Management and experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP. Strong analytical skills and a collaborative mindset are essential for success in this role.