Production Planning Supervisor

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Elevate your career by leading impactful production initiatives within a dynamic manufacturing environment. Our client, an established organization committed to operational excellence, is seeking a driven Production Planning Supervisor to oversee and optimise their production processes, ensuring efficiency and timely delivery in Robertsham. What You'll Do: Assist in planning and scheduling production to meet delivery timelines Monitor and track work-in-progress (WIP) jobs for timely completion Collaborate with production teams to balance factory capacity and mitigate bottlenecks Ensure all production jobs are loaded and tracked in Syspro\/WMS Monitor stock levels and coordinate material requirements with procurement Follow up with suppliers on outstanding materials and delayed deliveries Assist in stock take and inventory control processes Support Kaizen and process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency Track and analyse production costs, ensuring alignment with budget targets Identify and implement factory layout improvements to optimise workflow Prepare daily\/weekly reports on production progress, costs, and efficiency metrics Monitor labour allocations and resource utilisation for cost efficiency Ensure compliance with company policies and industry best practices Requirements: Tertiary qualification in Industrial Engineering or Production Management Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment At least 1-2 years in a supervisory role Experience with Syspro, WMS, and production planning tools Strong Excel skills and proficiency in MS Office Knowledge of Production Planning, Inventory Management, Kaizen, and Lean Manufacturing Familiarity with the following: SYSPRO WMS Lean Manufacturing Principles