Strategic Production Planner & Materials Flow Lead

Waaree Solar Americas Inc.; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Waaree Solar Americas Inc. is seeking a Production Planner in Goodyear, AZ to synchronize production schedules with demand and manage materials flow. You will partner with floor supervisors, procurement, logistics, and quality teams to ensure on-time delivery and accurate records in ERP/MRP systems.

The role requires strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of Lean and SIOP concepts, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Prior SAP experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, operations management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in production planning, scheduling, or manufacturing operations.
• Strong understanding of production planning principles, lean manufacturing concepts, and supply chain management.
• Proficiency in production planning software and tools, such as ERP systems, MRP systems, and APS software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop actionable insights.
• Strong understanding of SIOP processes, and LEAN manufacturing concepts for material flow.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Schedule production to meet customer demand and internal targets.
• Actively manage production timelines and priorities based on capacity, materials, and order requirements.
• Coordinate with floor supervisors to align daily operations with production plans.
• Monitor and communicate critical production deadlines.
• Track project milestones and adjust plans to changing requirements.
• Conduct frequent inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies.
• Monitor and manage raw materials, WIP, and finished goods to ensure availability.
• Ensure timely material movement and replenishment to support production flow.
• Maintain records in ERP or MRP systems.
• Screen shipments for completeness and order specs.
• Collaborate with shipping and quality teams to resolve issues before dispatch.
• Record, analyze, and report production scrap data.
• Identify trends and collaborate to minimize waste and improve yield.
• Coordinate and oversee subcontractors or third-party vendors.
• Ensure subcontracted work aligns with quality standards and timelines.
• Communicate expectations and monitor performance.
• Generate and distribute reports on production progress and inventory status.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Lean manufacturing

SIOP processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering/manufacturing/operations management

Tools

ERP systems

MRP systems

APS software

SAP

Job description

Waaree Solar Americas Inc. is seeking a Production Planner in Goodyear, AZ to synchronize production schedules with demand and manage materials flow. You will partner with floor supervisors, procurement, logistics, and quality teams to ensure on-time delivery and accurate records in ERP/MRP systems.

The role requires strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of Lean and SIOP concepts, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Prior SAP experience is a plus.