Production Planner

SUMMARY:

POSITION INFO:

Production Planner

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