Production Planning Analyst

1. Production Scheduling:
   • Develop detailed production schedules based on demand forecasts, capacity constraints, and inventory levels.
   • Maintain detailed daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on customer orders, forecasts, and inventory levels.
   • Ensure schedules are realistic and achievable, considering resource availability, capacity constraints, and any external factors that may affect production.
   • Adjust production schedules as needed to accommodate changes in demand, production delays, or unforeseen issues.
2. Data Analysis & Reporting:
   • Prepare and present regular reports on production status, inventory levels, and performance to management.
3. Process Improvement:
   • Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality assurance teams to implement continuous improvement initiatives.
4. Collaboration & Communication:
   • Work closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., operations, sales, and procurement) to align production plans with business goals.
   • Communicate effectively with suppliers, production managers, and other departments to address issues and ensure smooth production operations.
   • Collaborate with production managers, operators, and other departments (e.g., procurement, quality control, logistics) to ensure the availability of raw materials, machinery, and labor for production.
   • Communicate schedule changes, production progress, and any issues that may impact timelines to all relevant teams.
   • Ensure smooth handoffs between departments to minimize delays and avoid bottlenecks in the production process.
5. Troubleshooting & Problem Solving:

• Identify and resolve any issues that may affect production timelines, such as equipment breakdowns, supply shortages, or labor shortages.
• Proactively identify potential delays and work to find solutions, adjusting schedules to minimize disruption to the production process.

1. Tracking and Reporting:

• Monitor the progress of production runs and ensure that deadlines are met according to the established schedule.
• Track production performance and report any deviations from the schedule, including delays, disruptions, or other issues.
• Provide regular reports on production status, progress, and any issues to management.

1. Risk Management:
   • Assess risks associated with production delays, material shortages, and develop contingency plans to mitigate these risks.
   • Monitor potential disruptions in the supply chain.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Knowledge of inventory management, production scheduling, and lean manufacturing principles.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing demands.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.

Experience:

• 1-5 years of experience in production scheduling, and or manufacturing preferred.
• Previous experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) or scheduling software is often required.