Production Planner (Plant)

Abantu Staffing Solutions; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency in the automotive sector is looking for a Production Planner based in Durban. The selected candidate will be responsible for planning and optimizing production processes to meet plant objectives. Key responsibilities include scheduling production, monitoring inventory levels, and improving operational efficiency. Applicants should have a National Diploma or Degree in production planning/operations, along with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a similar role. Join us to enhance production efficiency and contribute to organizational success.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and monitor production against MPS.
• Measure performance and adjust plans based on breakdowns.
• Develop and implement capacity planning systems.
• Schedule and arrange maintenance for manufacturing operations.
• Monitor inventory levels to maintain minimal stocking.

Skills

Production planning

Process optimization

Inventory management

Resource balancing

Education

National Diploma or Degree in production planning / operations / production management

Grade 12 / Matric

Job description

Overview

Our client in the automotive sector is looking to employ a Production Planner to plan and optimise processes in order to achieve company plant objectives.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric
• National Diploma or Degree in production planning / operations / production management
• 5+ years experience in a similar role

Key Performance Areas

Production Planning

• Plan, schedule and monitor production against MPS for all levels of production to component level (Stock levels, minimal requirements, plan change overs, etc.)
• Measure performance and adjust plan to suite breakdowns etc.
• Daily, weekly and monthly reports on adherence to plan.
• Develop and implement capacity planning systems for all areas of plant.
• Schedule and plan for maintenance and repairs for manufacturing operations.
• Schedule and arrange changeovers according to the Production Plan (change-over sequence, jig changes etc.)
• Monitor and plan backorders to satisfy customer requirements.
• Convert sales forecast into production plan.
• Create jobs for production plans.
• Monitory inventory levels to ensure agreed minimal stocking levels are maintained.
• Manage and maintain minimal WIP levels.

Production Control

• Optimise the production process
• Maintain manufacturing and production efficiencies
• Ensure the optimal and efficient use of resources
• Balancing of production resources
• Monitor the achievement of daily production targets
• Analyse daily variances and identify opportunities for improvements
• Investigate and resolve manufacturing related problems and sub-standard performance

New Product Introduction

• Schedule new parts and pre-production trials to support the introduction of new parts

Raw Materials

• Monitor the level of production material to ensure sufficient material to support production
• Partake on monthly stock take and control

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities for improvements