Production Planning Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Production Planning Specialist

Job Type: Full-Time, Regular
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8 hours/day
Department: Production
Reports To: Production Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Travel: None
Work Environment: Manufacturing Facility / Production Floor
Positions Supervised: None

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Production Planning Specialist to support our manufacturing operations through effective production scheduling, Manufacturing Order (MO) management, inventory planning, and ERP/MRP data management.

The Production Planning Specialist will play a key role in ensuring production is properly scheduled and aligned with customer demand, raw material availability, plant capacity, and delivery requirements. This position will create and manage Manufacturing Orders and production work orders, maintain accurate BOM and inventory information, monitor production performance, and work closely with production and cross-functional teams to resolve scheduling and workflow challenges.

This position will also serve as a backup to the Senior Production Planner and provide day-to-day support for production planning and scheduling activities.

Key ResponsibilitiesManufacturing Order & MRP Management

• Create and generate Manufacturing Orders (MOs) for slit coils and finished goods using MRP/ERP software.

• Confirm, update, and complete MOs to maintain accurate production records.

• Verify that MOs are fully issued with the required raw materials.

• Review and adjust Bills of Materials (BOMs) to ensure accurate material usage and inventory transactions.

• Analyze ERP/MRP data to identify discrepancies and resolve production or inventory issues.

• Generate production work orders and backfill orders as required.

• Maintain accurate production and inventory information within the ERP/MRP system.

Production Scheduling & Planning

• Develop and maintain daily production schedules based on customer requirements, production capacity, material availability, and plant priorities.

• Plan production to fulfill customer orders on or before requested delivery dates.

• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as priorities, materials, or production conditions change.

• Optimize production workflows to improve efficiency and meet critical deadlines.

• Assist with production resource allocation and planning.

• Coordinate production priorities with manufacturing and operations teams.

Production Monitoring & Analysis

• Track daily production performance and efficiency.

• Collect and reconcile production downtime data against system records.

• Analyze production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.

• Monitor production schedules and identify potential delays or bottlenecks.

• Track and update daily shipment information to ensure alignment between production schedules and customer delivery requirements.

• Prepare and communicate production performance information as needed.

Collaboration & Coordination

• Work closely with Production, Operations, Warehouse, Materials, Shipping, and other cross-functional teams.

• Help resolve production scheduling, material availability, inventory, and workflow issues.

• Communicate production priorities and schedule changes effectively.

• Support plant goals related to productivity, efficiency, inventory accuracy, and on-time delivery.

• Serve as the direct backup to the Senior Production Planner when required.

Continuous Improvement

• Analyze production and MRP data to identify process inefficiencies.

• Recommend improvements to production planning, scheduling, inventory accuracy, and workflow processes.

• Support initiatives designed to improve production efficiency and data quality.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve recurring production and planning challenges.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing operation.

Required Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in production planning, production scheduling, manufacturing planning, materials planning, or a related manufacturing role.

• Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial production environment .

• Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems .

• Experience with inventory management and material planning.

• Understanding of production scheduling, manufacturing workflows, and production priorities.

• Experience with Manufacturing Orders, Work Orders, and/or Bills of Materials (BOMs) preferred.

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite .

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with manufacturing ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Epicor, Infor, Microsoft Dynamics, Plex, NetSuite , or similar platforms.

• Experience with BOM management and inventory reconciliation.

• Experience in metal processing, steel, coil/slitting, fabrication, automotive, machinery, or other industrial manufacturing environments.

• Experience with production KPI reporting and performance analysis.

• Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ability to analyze production, inventory, and MRP data.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with production and cross-functional teams.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Ability to adapt quickly to changing production requirements.

• Ability to work effectively in both an office and manufacturing environment.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing facility and requires regular interaction with office personnel and shop-floor production teams.

The successful candidate should be comfortable working in an industrial manufacturing environment and communicating directly with production personnel, supervisors, and other departments.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk throughout the manufacturing facility and production floor.

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

\nCompany Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.\r\n\r\nWe’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.\r\n\r\nOur Services\r\nW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.\r\n\r\nWe specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.\r\n\r\nOur Expertise\r\nW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.\r\n\r\nAs a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.