Production Planner

Production planning department is responsible Product BOM Creation and material expedition and ensure the accuracy and timeliness of the production process. Duties include a specific focus on the materials and goods required in the production phase, ensuring the working space is properly maintained to have optimal performance.

Responsibilities & Requirements:

Adequate knowledge in production planning and quality control principles.
Experience in ERP system preferably Oracle and Microsoft Office products with day to day transactions knowledge.
Support activities of Production by providing scheduling and feeding material in collaboration with SCM .
Follow-up as required with all teams to expedite flow of materials and documents to meet production schedule and customer expectation.
Ensure daily production requirements are achieved to meet customer demand.
Complete status reports for production progress, work in process, and stage inspection closure.
Collaborate with Production, Supply chain quality control, warehouse and other staff for proactively executing production plan.
Identify bottlenecks and ensure proper utilization of all resources to achieve operational targets.
Conduct daily meetings to keep track of planning & production schedules.
Assist in standardization, product enhancements , lead time & cost reduction initiatives .
Responsible for addressing warranty & Site complaints
Develop and achieve departmental/company goals and controls. Make suggestions for improvement in areas of cost reduction, processes, quality and productivity.
Encouraging continuous improvement in all processes and services.
To stive department KPI s where applicable.
Providing Technical support to the Team members & Peer group.
Preferred

Skills & Experience:

Diploma in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
Relevant experience (3 to 4 years) within related industry including knowledge of industry practices and standards.
Excellent ability in reading Engineering drawings / documents / Reports.
Sound knowledge of material requirements planning (MRP) and related software.
Effective communication skills.
High level of presentation and reporting skills.
Flexible, self-motivated individual with a positive and proactive approach and strong customer service ethic.
Preferences:
Knowledge of Mechanical Seals & Auxiliary systems / Rotating equipment would be an added advantage.
Lean Certification (Yellow or Green Belt) Preferred.
ASNT NDT Level 2 certification
Hands-on experience in Pump assembly, repair & servicing is an added advantage