Production Planner

Join an **established**, **global** **leader** in **manufacturing** equipment and solutions for the mining industry. This company is known for its **innovative** **environment**, **supportive** **culture**, and **strong** **commitment** to **employee** **growth** and **development**.

The **Production Planner** will be responsible for **coordinating **and **optimizing production schedules **to meet customer demands and **project deadlines**. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with experience in **mechanical engineering production planning **and a deep understanding of the **manufacturing **and **fabrication **processes for **industrial systems**.

**Key Responsibilities**
- **Production Scheduling**:

- Develop, implement, and monitor production schedules based on customer orders, project deadlines, and resource availability.
- Coordinate with design, procurement, and manufacturing teams to ensure timely execution of plans.
- **Material and Resource Planning**:

- Analyse material requirements and liaise with the procurement team to ensure the availability of components and raw materials.
- Collaborate with suppliers on project-related procurement to ensure timely delivery and alignment with production schedules.
- Optimize resource utilization, including labour, equipment, and space, to improve productivity and minimize downtime.
- **Supplier Coordination**:

- Maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to address any potential delays or shortages.
- Work with suppliers to ensure quality standards and adherence to project timelines.
- Provide feedback to the procurement team on supplier performance and opportunities for improvement.
- **Workflow Management**:

- Oversee daily production activities and adjust schedules to address changes in demand, machine breakdowns, or supply chain disruptions.
- Identify bottlenecks and implement corrective actions to maintain smooth operations.
- **Quality Assurance Coordination**:

- Collaborate with quality assurance teams to ensure all systems meet engineering standards and client specifications.
- Address production issues impacting quality or delivery timelines.
- **Cross-Departmental Collaboration**:

- Work closely with engineering, procurement, and project management teams to align production schedules with project milestones
- Act as the main point of contact for production-related queries from internal and external stakeholders.

**Education and Experience**:

- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field would be an advantage.
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in production planning within a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
- Out client is an equal opportunity employer_