Production Planner in San Diego

Energy Jobline ZR; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking a detail-oriented production planning professional in the San Diego area to monitor schedules, coordinate material flow, and track inventory for efficient manufacturing operations.

You will partner with production teams, planners, and purchasing to resolve bottlenecks, verify materials, and support continuous improvement initiatives that minimize downtime and optimize workflows.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities.
• Familiarity with production processes, supply chain, or manufacturing operations.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and basic computer skills.
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Monitor production schedules and adjust priorities to meet deadlines
• Coordinate the flow of materials, components, and work orders between departments
• Track inventory levels and request materials as needed
• Identify delays or bottlenecks and work with teams to resolve issues
• Communicate status updates to production supervisors, planners, and management
• Verify accuracy of incoming materials and ensure timely delivery to workstations
• Maintain records of production progress, material usage, and order status
• Assist with expediting vendor deliveries when required
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to optimize workflow and reduce downtime

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Multitasking

Communication

Production / Manufacturing knowledge

ERP / MRP proficiency

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Job description:

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor production schedules and adjust priorities to meet deadlines
• Coordinate the flow of materials, components, and work orders between departments
• Track inventory levels and request materials as needed
• Identify delays or bottlenecks and work with teams to resolve issues
• Communicate status updates to production supervisors, planners, and management
• Verify accuracy of incoming materials and ensure timely delivery to workstations
• Maintain records of production progress, material usage, and order status
• Assist with expediting vendor deliveries when required
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to optimize workflow and reduce downtime

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities
• Familiarity with production processes, supply chain, or manufacturing operations
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and basic computer skills
• Problem‑solving mindset with attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams

Experience

• Previous experience in manufacturing, logistics, or production control
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing or process improvement methods
• Experience reading work orders, blueprints, or production documentation

Typical Work Environment

• Manufacturing or warehouse setting
• Frequent interaction with production teams, planners, and purchasing
• Requires walking the production floor and responding quickly to issues

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance