Production Planner - Germiston

SUMMARY:
The Planner will be responsible for the Scheduling, coordination and planning for Production in a Industrial Manufacturing Sector

POSITION INFO:

MINIMUM SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• A proven manufacturing/production planning track record is essential.
• Previous shop floor experience essential.
• Minimum 3 years of planning experience, in a similar job/shop environment, is essential.
• Experience in supervising/managing manufacturing processes, productivity, and efficiency measurements will be beneficial.
• Using MRP/ERP systems is required, using Syspro will be a distinct advantage.
• Sound knowledge of MS Office package (especially Excel) and proficiency in MS Office applications is required.
• Sound knowledge of supply chain processes and procedures including manufacturing planning, demand, and replenishment processes.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analysis skills.
• Strong administrative skills.
• Grade 12 essential:
• A technical qualification will be a distinct advantage

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Develop and maintain a dynamic production schedule. The production schedule must have all current and future jobs scheduled vs. current capacity and workload.
• Use Syspro to load the jobs, issue material, route & close jobs.
• Develop and manage forecasts for long-range material planning while considering current inventory, obsolescence, lead times, and production capacity.
• Keep the customer (Sales department) informed of the job status and completion dates.