Production Planner
OERTZENGroup, Houston, TX, United States
Our client, a leading manufacturer in the industrial sector, is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Production Planner to support operations by ensuring efficient scheduling, material flow, and production execution. This role is critical in aligning production capacity with customer demand, maintaining on-time delivery, and coordinating across multiple departments to drive operational excellence. The Production Planner will leverage ERP systems to manage production orders, balance workloads, and proactively address constraints in materials, capacity, and quality.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor and manage production order releases, ensuring alignment with material availability and capacity requirements
Plan, schedule, and release production orders through ERP systems to support warehouse and production execution
Maintain and update capacity planning tools, including reviewing work order requirements and adding routing steps as needed
Coordinate third-party services and ensure timely processing when required
Level-load production schedules to balance daily, weekly, and monthly production demands
Act as the liaison between Operations and Customer Service/Sales, proactively communicating potential delays impacting delivery
Lead regular production meetings to review job status, identify risks, and drive resolution of issues
Ensure timely execution of pre-production activities including material kitting, labeling, and outside service processing
Coordinate with material handlers and warehouse teams to ensure on-time material availability and efficient flow to production
Expedite material shortages with Purchasing and identify alternative sourcing solutions when necessary
Partner with Quality Control to prioritize inspections and address delays affecting production schedules
Process Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and ensure production uses the latest revisions and documentation
Support continuous improvement efforts within production planning and scheduling processes
Qualifications
Associate’s Degree preferred (or equivalent experience)
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in time-sensitive conditions
Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently and handle ambiguity in daily operations
Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications
Experience with SAP strongly preferred
Technical Requirements
Proficiency in ERP systems for production scheduling and order management
Strong understanding of production workflows, capacity planning, and material requirements
Experience managing work orders, routings, and production documentation
Ability to analyze production data and identify constraints or inefficiencies
Familiarity with inventory control and material flow processes
Core Competencies
Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy
Strong organizational and time management skills
Proactive communicator with cross-functional collaboration ability
Self-motivated and adaptable in a dynamic environment
Problem solver with the ability to address production and material challenges
Results-driven with a focus on meeting production and delivery targets
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Key Responsibilities
Monitor and manage production order releases, ensuring alignment with material availability and capacity requirements
Plan, schedule, and release production orders through ERP systems to support warehouse and production execution
Maintain and update capacity planning tools, including reviewing work order requirements and adding routing steps as needed
Coordinate third-party services and ensure timely processing when required
Level-load production schedules to balance daily, weekly, and monthly production demands
Act as the liaison between Operations and Customer Service/Sales, proactively communicating potential delays impacting delivery
Lead regular production meetings to review job status, identify risks, and drive resolution of issues
Ensure timely execution of pre-production activities including material kitting, labeling, and outside service processing
Coordinate with material handlers and warehouse teams to ensure on-time material availability and efficient flow to production
Expedite material shortages with Purchasing and identify alternative sourcing solutions when necessary
Partner with Quality Control to prioritize inspections and address delays affecting production schedules
Process Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and ensure production uses the latest revisions and documentation
Support continuous improvement efforts within production planning and scheduling processes
Qualifications
Associate’s Degree preferred (or equivalent experience)
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in time-sensitive conditions
Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently and handle ambiguity in daily operations
Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications
Experience with SAP strongly preferred
Technical Requirements
Proficiency in ERP systems for production scheduling and order management
Strong understanding of production workflows, capacity planning, and material requirements
Experience managing work orders, routings, and production documentation
Ability to analyze production data and identify constraints or inefficiencies
Familiarity with inventory control and material flow processes
Core Competencies
Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy
Strong organizational and time management skills
Proactive communicator with cross-functional collaboration ability
Self-motivated and adaptable in a dynamic environment
Problem solver with the ability to address production and material challenges
Results-driven with a focus on meeting production and delivery targets
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