Industrial Engineer - Production Planning and Scheduling

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, is seeking an Industrial Engineer to focus on production planning and scheduling within a manufacturing setting on-site. The role emphasizes optimizing schedules, managing resources, and improving throughput to meet demand efficiently and cost-effectively.

The candidate will work closely with production, inventory, and logistics teams and leverage ERP systems and planning software to minimize downtime and enhance plant performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or industrial engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in production planning software (e.g., SAP APO, Oracle ASCP, Asprova).

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimize production schedules to meet customer orders and demand forecasts.
• Analyze production capacity, resource availability, and lead times to create realistic schedules.
• Collaborate with production, inventory, and logistics teams to ensure seamless execution of the production plan.
• Identify and address potential scheduling conflicts and bottlenecks proactively.
• Utilize production planning software and ERP systems to manage and track production orders.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules in response to changing conditions.
• Analyze production data to identify opportunities for improving scheduling efficiency and reducing lead times.
• Develop reports and presentations on production planning performance and key metrics.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to production planning and control processes.

Skills

Production planning

Scheduling

Analytical ability

ERP systems

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP APO

Oracle ASCP

Asprova

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Industrial Engineer to focus on Production Planning and Scheduling at their facility in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga . This critical role involves optimizing production schedules, managing resources, and ensuring that manufacturing operations meet demand efficiently and cost-effectively. You will play a key role in enhancing the flow of materials and products through the plant, minimizing downtime, and improving overall throughput. This is an on-site position requiring a strong presence within the operations in Nelspruit .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimize production schedules to meet customer orders and demand forecasts.
• Analyze production capacity, resource availability, and lead times to create realistic and achievable schedules.
• Collaborate closely with production, inventory, and logistics teams to ensure seamless execution of the production plan.
• Identify and address potential scheduling conflicts and bottlenecks proactively.
• Utilize production planning software and ERP systems to manage and track production orders.
• Monitor production progress and make necessary adjustments to schedules in response to changing conditions.
• Analyze production data to identify opportunities for improving scheduling efficiency and reducing lead times.
• Develop reports and presentations on production planning performance and key metrics.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to production planning and control processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or industrial engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in using production planning and scheduling software (e.g., SAP APO, Oracle ASCP, Asprova).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, material flow, and capacity planning.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with production floor staff and management.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment on-site in Nelspruit .
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy in planning and data management.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. You will be part of a supportive team focused on operational excellence in a key industrial region of Mpumalanga . This role provides direct impact on the company's ability to meet its production targets. Training on advanced planning software and career development opportunities are available. Join a company that values efficiency and reliability in its operations.