Production Planner/Scheduler 1
NATURE OF DUTIES:
Review total customer backlog/ demand and to plan the production build plan based on Materials Clear to Build (CTB) and line capacity.
Responsible to monitor and inform customers on the scheduled ship date.
Coordinate production workflow for one or multiple products/line
Plan and prioritize operations to ensure maximum performance and minimum delay, monitor jobs to ensure they will finish on time
Determine manpower, equipment/ capacity and raw materials needed to cover production demand and level loads schedule to packaging
Address issues when they arise aiming for minimum disruption and collaborate with quality control, materials planner, buyer, warehouse and other related department
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plans and establishes production schedules and engineering build
Transmit customer demand into production planning base on Materials clear to build
Progressively communicate with customer on commitment
Work and align with Production VSM on productivity optimization
Tracks progress of production, and reviews factors which affect schedules.
Monitors materials inventories affecting the Build Plan
Attending daily and weekly production meeting with Team Leader to monitor and ensure production schedules are met and any alterations to the schedule are addressed timely
QUALIFICATIONS
Candidate must possess at least a Degree in related field
Preferably 2 years working experience at similar position. Fresh graduates are also encouraged to apply
Strong PC skills including the use of MS Office products (particularly Excel), as well as proficiency in using Oracle or similar ERP packages
Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills and teamwork
Attention to detail, commitment to quality and a sense of urgency
Ability to interface with all levels in various departments
Ability to support beyond working hours subject to business needs
Self-motivated and ability to prioritize multiple and manage volatile/ changing conditions
