Production Planner

Filtrex Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

Come join a team where People make the difference!As a part of Marmon Holdings, Inc., a highly decentralized organization, we rely heavily on people with the aptitude, attitude, and entrepreneurial spirit to drive our success, and we're committed to attracting and retaining top talent.

The ideal candidate must have not more than 3-7 years of relevant experience in strategic and operational planning. Areas like material planning, scheduling shop floor, plant loading maintenance of optimal inventory targets & utilizing the available resources & productivity improvements will be a few of the key metrics of measurements.

The job description of a Sr. Production Planner includes operational planning within an organization to ensure Scheduling shop floor, loading the lines while meeting inventory targets & utilizing the available resources & improve productivity

Production Planning :

• Single point contact for delivery plan for Sales & PD for RM availability
• Helping production team by scheduling
• Monitor and evaluate operational performance against targets.
• Identify areas for improvement and recommend operational efficiencies..

Forecasting and Analysis:

• Conduct data analysis and forecasting to support planning activities.
• Prepare reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders related to capacity enhancements well in advance.
• Analyze data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for the organization

Project Management:

• Lead or support cross-functional projects related to strategic initiatives.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget.
• Coordinate resources and monitor project progress and performance.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with departments across the organization to align planning efforts.
• Facilitate meetings and workshops to gather input and drive consensus.

Continuous Improvement:

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Implement best practices and methodologies to enhance planning processes.

Inventory Management:

• Analyze inventory levels and coordinate with the procurement team to ensure adequate material availability.
• Conduct regular stock reviews and collaborate with the supply chain team to optimize inventory turnover rates.

Technology and Tools:

• Utilize planning software and tools to facilitate analysis and reporting.
• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in planning technologies.

The candidate must have

·  Technical Knowledge: Understanding of engineering principles and concepts relevant to the industrial practice (eg.. know-how of manufacturing steps like FG & SFG concepts)  This includes familiarity with project management methodologies and scheduling techniques. He / She should have hands on expertise in using ERP’s in PP module in depth & in depth knowledge on TPS or Lean concepts

·  Project Planning and Scheduling: Proficiency in creating and maintaining project schedules using tools such as, Excell, Microsoft Project, or similar software. Ability to develop detailed work breakdown structures (WBS) and implement critical path analysis when required.

·  Analytical Skills: Strong analytical abilities to assess business requirements, analyze data, and identify potential risks or constraints.

·  Communication Skills: Effective communication skills to collaborate with all stakeholders, including sales, Product development (PD) , Production, SCM, and management.

·  Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in project schedules and resource planning. This helps in maintaining project timelines and budget adherence.

·  Teamwork and Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to achieve project goals. This includes coordinating with various departments to integrate schedules and ensure alignment of project activities.

·  Time Management: Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively to meet deadlines and project milestones. This involves managing multiple projects concurrently while maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy.

·  Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt plans and schedules in response to changes in project scope, timeline adjustments, or unexpected challenges. This includes managing project constraints and optimizing resource utilization.

·  Risk Management: Understanding of risk assessment and mitigation strategies to anticipate potential project delays or obstacles. Ability to implement contingency plans and monitor risk factors throughout the project lifecycle.

·  Continuous Improvement: Commitment to ongoing learning and development in planning practices, scheduling techniques, and industry trends. This includes staying updated with advancements in Planning, Scheduling management and methodologies along with OEE improvement.

MS Office , EPR, any Project Management tool

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.