As a Production Planner, you will plan, coordinate, and optimize production schedules. These schedules must ensure compliance with demand plans, material availability, and operational efficiency. Additionally, you will guarantee the delivery of finished good products to customers on time.
You will report to Planning Coordinator.
Key Responsibilities
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You will manage the Master Production Schedule (MPS) aligned with demand forecasts and inventory goals.
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Create and release production orders in the ERP system (SAP/Oracle) according to the established schedule.
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Coordinate with the sales and logistics departments to prioritize urgent or special orders.
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Balance workload across production lines to maximize capacity use.
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You will be a monitor inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
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Manage risks of stockouts or excess inventory.
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Analyze measurements: OTIF, Fill Rate, Schedule Adherence, Inventory Turns.
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Identify bottlenecks in the production process and propose improvement solutions.
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Participate in S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning) projects.
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Be a contact for escalations related to product availability.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field.
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3 or more years of experience in production planning in the coatings, chemical, or manufacturing industry.
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Experience with ERP systems.
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Experience in batch manufacturing environments.
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Proficiency in planning tools: MRP, MPS, S&OP.
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Advanced proficiency in Microsoft excel (can write advanced macros) and data analysis tools.
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Desirable: APICS CPIM or CSCP/DDMRP certification.
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Intermediate to Advanced English proficiency.
How we work: At PPG, we bring teams together to accelerate collaboration and career development, with in-person work Monday through Thursday and the opportunity to work remotely on Flexible Fridays. Schedules may vary by location.
About us:
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PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.
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