Manufacturing Specialist - Production Planning and Control

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Develop and provide manufacturing slot plan for Sales new project quote

• Coordinate with sales & Project team for End to End project execution

• Develop and execute daily / weekly / monthly production plans based on customer demand and business priorities.

• Coordinate with Procurement, Stores, Production, Quality, and Logistics teams to ensure material availability and uninterrupted production.

• Monitor production schedules vs actual output and drive corrective actions for delays or bottlenecks.

• Prepare capacity planning based on manpower, machine availability, and testing constraints.

• Track material shortages, supplier delays, and critical parts, and escalating risks proactively.

• Ensure on-time order execution (Work Order release) while maintaining production efficiency and delivery commitments.

• Analyze inventory levels, WIP, and finished goods stock to optimize working capital.

• Manage MRP / ERP transactions such as demand planning, production orders, reservations, and stock allocation.

• Lead production review meetings and provide MIS reports on plan adherence, backlog, and key KPIs.

• Work closely with engineering / project teams for new product introduction, revisions, and change management.

• Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and productivity enhancement.

Required Skills:

• Strong knowledge in Production Planning, Scheduling, and Inventory Control

• Experience in ERP systems (SAP must)

• Understanding of MRP, capacity planning, BOM, routing, and material flow

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Good coordination and stakeholder management ability

• Proficiency in Excel / reporting dashboards / data analysis

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma concepts is an added advantage

Qualification:

• BE or B.Tech Engineering in Electrical, Electronic, Electronics & Instrumentation majors

Preferred Industry Experience:

• Manufacturing / Industrial Equipment / Automotive / Electrical / Electronics / Heavy Engineering

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Production plan adherence (%)

• On-time delivery (%)

• Inventory turns / stock accuracy

• Schedule attainment

• Reduction in material shortages / line stoppages

• Capacity utilization

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes