Planner

Job Scope

• Plan and schedule production activities based on customer orders, delivery requirements, material availability, and production capacity.
• Prepare and maintain production schedules, work orders, job cards, and manufacturing plans.
• Coordinate with Production, Engineering, Purchasing, Warehouse, QC/QA, and other departments to ensure smooth production flow.
• Monitor production progress and follow up on job status to ensure orders are completed according to schedule.
• Check material availability and coordinate with Purchasing and Warehouse to ensure materials are ready before production starts.
• Coordinate machining, subcontracting, special processes, assembly, inspection, and other production activities where required.
• Monitor machine and manpower capacity and adjust schedules to minimize delays and bottlenecks.
• Identify potential delays, material shortages, or production issues and coordinate corrective actions with relevant departments.
• Update production status, delivery schedules, and planning records in the ERP/MRP system.
• Coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors regarding processing schedules, delivery dates, and job progress.
• Communicate production priorities and schedule changes to relevant departments.
• Prepare production planning and progress reports for management.
• Maintain accurate production planning records and documentation.
• Support continuous improvement activities to improve production efficiency, lead time, capacity utilization, and on-time delivery.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the superior or management.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in production planning, material planning, manufacturing, or a related field.
• Experience in a precision machining, engineering, semiconductor, or manufacturing environment is an advantage.
• Good understanding of production planning, scheduling, material requirements, and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Good coordination, communication, follow-up, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently as well as in a team.
• Willing to work closely with Production, Engineering, Purchasing, Warehouse, QC/QA, suppliers, and subcontractors.