Production Control Planner - Dept. VIII

Production Control Planner

Location: Grapevine, TX
Department: Operations
Reports To: Operations Director
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

To ensure the preparation of the production and resource plans and execution to ensure efficient capacity utilization and the on-time delivery of customer demand. Manage forecasts, Capacity plans, yield rates, and work task times to maintain output commitments.

Key Responsibilities

• Production scheduling arrangement and plan preparation, taking into account tester and manpower capacity and the readiness of material shortages and arrivals.             
• Review and monitor material readiness and daily follow up with buyer team.    
• IOS (Input, output, shipment) control and monitoring.     
• Work order and rework order generation and monitoring.
• Interface and collaboration with customers for repair fulfillment.
• Communicate with the production department, CSR, and warehouse to solve issues impacting the production schedule.
• Review RO and MO closing status.
• Prepare manpower and material utilization reports and KPI measurements            
• Prepare and publish output capacities based on tester utilization, test times, manpower, yield rates, and material inputs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in production planning, production control, master scheduling, materials control, shipment fulfillment.
• Knowledge and management of Microsoft Office (Excel is must), ERP systems SAP preferred.
• Certification in Supply Chain Management (e.g., APICS CPIM, CIPS, or Six Sigma) is a plus.

Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to efficiently manage production flow and resolve issues.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities, with keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency in inventory management software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or related tools).
• Ability to thrive under pressure by maintaining composure and delivering results in high-stress or fast-paced situations.
• Demonstrated proficiency in self-directed learning, quickly acquiring new knowledge and skills to adapt to evolving challenges.
• Exhibit a strong passion and intrinsic motivation for the role, driving commitment, enthusiasm, and meaningful contributions to the organization's goals.