The Production Planner Analyst supports manufacturing operations by developing and executing production plans aligned with available capacity and material demand. This role partners closely with Production, Supply Chain, and Sales teams to coordinate daily assembly activities and meet customer delivery expectations. The Production Planner and Operations Analyst works with production cell leads to monitor schedules, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance on-time delivery and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities:
Production Planning
Develop daily assembly schedules based on resource availability and material requirements
Prioritize work orders to ensure timely completion of assemblies
Collaborate with production cell leads to establish schedules and monitor performance
Maintain and update daily scheduling boards
Lead daily production meetings to review performance, identify issues, and support problem-solving activities
Communicate production plan updates across Production, Materials, and Sales teams
Work Order Management
Monitor work order status to support timely and accurate completion
Investigate and resolve work order discrepancies as needed
KPI Tracking & Reporting
Track and report on key performance metrics, including on-time delivery and cell utilization
Prepare routine production reports and dashboards
Maintain accurate data to support operational reviews and decision-making
Documentation & Continuous Improvement
Document processes and procedures to support standardized work
Maintain accuracy of planning data, including bill of materials (BOM) labor hours
Support continuous improvement initiatives within production planning and operations
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and basic data analysis
Strong organizational and process-oriented mindset
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Experience with ERP/MRP systems is a plus
Demonstrated ability to document procedures and support continuous improvement efforts
Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
Familiarity with KPI reporting, data analysis, or continuous improvement methodologies
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