Industrial Engineer - Production Planning and Scheduling

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, seeks an proactive Industrial Engineer focusing on production planning and scheduling. You will develop and optimize production schedules to meet forecasts, manage resources efficiently, and minimize lead times and WIP.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering or related field, 3+ years in production planning, and ERP/APS software experience. Strong analytics, collaboration, and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or industrial engineering within a manufacturing setting.
• Proven experience in developing and managing production schedules in a complex manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and APS software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret production data.
• Excellent understanding of manufacturing operations, inventory management, and supply chain principles.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with various departments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain optimal production schedules to meet demand and capacity constraints.
• Analyze production data, including lead times, processing times, and resource availability, to improve scheduling accuracy.
• Collaborate with sales, procurement, and production teams to ensure alignment of schedules with material availability and operational capacity.
• Identify and address potential scheduling conflicts and bottlenecks proactively.
• Utilize APS software and ERP systems to manage production plans.
• Monitor production progress against schedules and implement necessary adjustments.
• Analyze inventory levels and work with supply chain to ensure timely material flow.
• Develop and maintain reports on production performance, schedule adherence, and key planning metrics.
• Contribute to demand forecasting activities by providing insights into production capabilities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to planning, scheduling, and inventory management.
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational procedures within the planning context.

Skills

Analytical

Problem solving

Excel

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelors in IE or related

Tools

SAP

Oracle

APS software

Job description

About the Role

A dynamic manufacturing company situated in Benoni, Gauteng , is seeking a proactive Industrial Engineer to specialize in production planning and scheduling. This critical role involves developing and optimizing production schedules to meet demand forecasts, manage resources efficiently, and minimize lead times and work-in-progress inventory. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of manufacturing operations, and expertise in planning software. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who thrives on creating order and efficiency within complex production environments, ensuring smooth and timely output. You will be integral to maintaining operational flow and meeting customer deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain optimal production schedules to meet demand and capacity constraints.
• Analyze production data, including lead times, processing times, and resource availability, to improve scheduling accuracy.
• Collaborate closely with sales, procurement, and production teams to ensure alignment of schedules with material availability and operational capacity.
• Identify and address potential scheduling conflicts and bottlenecks proactively.
• Utilize advanced planning and scheduling (APS) software and ERP systems to manage production plans.
• Monitor production progress against schedules and implement necessary adjustments.
• Analyze inventory levels and work with supply chain to ensure timely material flow.
• Develop and maintain reports on production performance, schedule adherence, and key planning metrics.
• Contribute to demand forecasting activities by providing insights into production capabilities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to planning, scheduling, and inventory management.
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational procedures within the planning context.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or industrial engineering within a manufacturing setting.
• Proven experience in developing and managing production schedules in a complex manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and Advanced Planning & Scheduling (APS) software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret production data.
• Excellent understanding of manufacturing operations, inventory management, and supply chain principles.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with various departments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.
• Experience in lean manufacturing principles is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, complemented by a performance-based bonus scheme.
• The benefits package includes comprehensive medical aid and a retirement fund.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in planning software and operational methodologies are provided.
• The position is located in Benoni, Gauteng , within a modern manufacturing facility.
• Employees receive ample annual leave and are eligible for various company wellness programs.