Production Planner

Recruiter:

Phakisa Holdings

Job Ref:

JHB000512/Louis

Date posted:

Monday, February 9, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

R45,000.00 Hourly

SUMMARY:

Seeking a detail-oriented Production Planner to manage the efficient production planning, scheduling, and coordination of manufacturing activities. Essential role in ensuring timely delivery of products, optimal resource utilization, and quality standards in an engineering environment.

POSITION INFO:

Production Planner

Report to: Operations
Seniority Level: Professional
Type: Temp
Area: Wadeville
Contract: 12 Months with a possibility of being extended

Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage and coordinate customer orders for timely delivery
Develop and maintain production schedules for CNC machines
Create and update routings for engineering products
Coordinate resources, materials, and production timelines
Ensure compliance with testing and quality procedures
Utilize SAP for production planning and reporting
Maintain accurate records using MS Office products
Liaise with internal departments and customers
Support continuous improvement initiatives
Monitor stock levels and coordinate with procurement

Qualifications and Experience:

Grade 12 (Matric) required
Certificate or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
Experience with CNC machine production planning preferred
Working knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Office products
Familiarity with quality and testing procedures

Skills and Competencies:

Excellent organizational and planning skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Attention to detail and accuracy
Team player with ability to work under pressure
Good interpersonal skills

Working Conditions:

Based in a manufacturing/engineering environment
May require interaction with production staff, engineers, and customers
Adherence to safety and quality standards is mandatory

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