Production Planner - Manufacturing

Role Overview

Plan production activities in a plastic-packaging manufacturing environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Create and maintain daily and weekly production schedules.
• Plan material requirements to support production demand.
• Monitor raw-material availability and inventory levels.
• Coordinate production activities to meet customer delivery dates.
• Manage and update work-in-progress records.
• Optimise job sequencing based on machine and mould capacity.
• Identify and escalate production risks and delays.
• Monitor production performance against targets and budgets.
• Liaise with Sales, Quality, Engineering and Operations teams.
• Prepare and distribute planning and performance reports.
• Participate in stock counts and inventory-accuracy initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement in planning efficiency and operational performance.

Qualifications and Skills

• Matric with Mathematics, Diploma pass or higher.
• Production-planning experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Material Requirements Planning experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• ERP-system experience is essential.
• Strong planning, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Own reliable transport.