Production Planning Engineer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus opportunities

Health and wellness benefits

Pension with employer matching

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a meticulous Production Planning Engineer to manage production scheduling and optimization. You will analyze requirements, develop schedules, and work with operations to resolve disruptions, driving efficiency and productivity within the local manufacturing sector.

The role requires strong organizational skills, a solid understanding of manufacturing processes, and collaboration across procurement, inventory, and production teams to ensure timely material

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in production planning or scheduling in manufacturing.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and production planning tools (e.g., SAP APO, Oracle ASCP).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and supply chain principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed production schedules based on demand forecasts, material availability, and production capacity.
• Monitor production progress daily, identifying and resolving deviations from the plan.
• Collaborate with procurement, inventory management, and production teams to ensure timely material availability.
• Optimize resource allocation (labor, machinery) to maximize throughput and minimize downtime.
• Implement and maintain production planning software and systems.
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and propose solutions for continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication & teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering/Operations Management

Tools

SAP APO

Oracle ASCP

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and forward-thinking Production Planning Engineer to manage production scheduling and optimization at their facility in Nelspruit . This role is critical for ensuring efficient material flow, resource allocation, and timely completion of production orders. You will analyze production requirements, develop detailed schedules, and work closely with operations teams to resolve any disruptions. The ideal candidate possesses strong organizational skills, a solid understanding of manufacturing processes, and a commitment to driving efficiency and productivity within the industrial sector of Nelspruit .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed production schedules based on demand forecasts, material availability, and production capacity.


• Monitor production progress daily, identifying and resolving any deviations from the plan.


• Collaborate with procurement, inventory management, and production teams to ensure timely material availability.


• Optimize resource allocation (labor, machinery) to maximize throughput and minimize downtime.


• Implement and maintain production planning software and systems.


• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and propose solutions for continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.


• 2-4 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or a related role within a manufacturing environment.


• Proficiency with ERP systems and production planning tools (e.g., SAP APO, Oracle ASCP).


• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and supply chain principles.


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.


• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonus opportunities.


• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.


• Pension plan with employer matching.


• Opportunities for professional development and training.


• A dynamic work environment in Nelspruit .