- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational and planning abilities.
- Effective communication and coordination skills.
- Knowledge of production scheduling tools and ERP/MRP systems.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Main responsibility
1. Production Planning & Scheduling:
- Develop and maintain short-term and long-term production schedules in line with operational targets.
- Analyze production capacity and resource availability to ensure effective workflow.
- Coordinate with operations and maintenance teams to optimize plant performance.
2. Material Planning & Inventory Management:
- Forecast raw material and spare parts requirements based on production schedules.
- Coordinate with procurement to ensure timely availability of materials.
- Maintain optimal inventory levels and minimize wastage.
3. Monitoring & Reporting:
- Track production progress against plan and take corrective actions for deviations.
- Prepare daily/weekly/monthly production reports and performance metrics.
- Identify bottlenecks and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency.
4. Coordination & Communication:
- Liaise with cross-functional teams including Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Procurement.
- Assist in resource allocation for projects and production campaigns.
- Facilitate smooth communication between production planning and shop floor teams.
5. Continuous Improvement:
- Identify opportunities to improve production planning processes and reduce operational costs.
- Implement best practices, standards, and procedures to improve productivity and reduce downtime.
Work Styles
- Analytical & Detail-Oriented: Approaches production planning with precision, carefully analyzing data, forecasts, and schedules to ensure optimal resource utilization.
- Proactive & Result-Focused: Anticipates production challenges, takes preventive measures, and consistently drives towards meeting operational targets.
- Collaborative & Team-Oriented: Works closely with operations, maintenance, procurement, and quality teams to ensure smooth coordination and seamless execution.
- Organized & Structured: Maintains clear documentation, production plans, and inventory records, ensuring adherence to timelines and process standards