Planner

Country:

China

Location:

LOC3140: No.868 Yangtai Road, Shanghai, Baoshan Disrtict, Shanghai, China

• JD: Production Planner

  Job Summary:

  The production planner is responsible for creating and maintaining production schedule to ensure efficient and timely manufacturing of products. This role involves coordinating with various departments , including procuremen, production and engineering teams , to optimize resource utilization, meet customer demand, and achieve production targets. The production planner will monitor key performance indicators such as on-time delivery, production efficiency and inventory levels to ensure smooth operations.

  Key responsibilities;

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules to meet customer demand and production targets.
• Ensure alignment between production plans and material availability , workforce capacity and equipment readiness.
• Adjust schedules as needed to accommodate changes in demand , material shortages or production delays.
• Collaborate with production teams to allocate resources (labor , machinery , and materials) efficiently.
• Identify and resolve bottlenecks in the production process.
• Track and report OTD performance, identifying root cause of delays and implementing corrective actions.
• Monitor inventory levels of RM, WIP and FG to ensure alignment with demand forecast.
• Conduct regular reviews of lead time reduction including manufacturing and purchasing lead time.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in operations management , Industrial Engineering , Business administration , or a related field. Proven experience in production planning , scheduling or operations. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in ERP system (SAP) and MS excel. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills . Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.

Carrier is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.