On-Site Production Planner — Optimized Scheduling & Lean

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Paid annual leave

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Production Planner for an on-site role in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will translate forecasts and customer orders into actionable production plans, coordinating with procurement, production, and logistics to meet demand while optimizing materials and capacity.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing planning, ERP proficiency, and excellent communication skills to work across departments and ensure timely delivery of products.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills are required.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and production planning software is essential.
• A degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on demand forecasts and order priorities.
• Coordinate with procurement to ensure timely availability of raw materials and components.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules to address delays or bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with production to understand capacity limitations and constraints.
• Work with inventory management to optimize stock levels and minimize waste.
• Analyze production data to identify trends and opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Generate reports on planning activities, performance metrics, and forecast accuracy.
• Liaise with sales and customer service to provide updates on order status and delivery timelines.
• Participate in S&OP meetings to align production plans with business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and production standards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management / Operations Management

Tools

ERP systems

Production planning software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Production Planner for an on-site role in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will translate forecasts and customer orders into actionable production plans, coordinating with procurement, production, and logistics to meet demand while optimizing materials and capacity.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing planning, ERP proficiency, and excellent communication skills to work across departments and ensure timely delivery of products.