Planner

Planner

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Production Planner to manage and schedule production orders in alignment with the production schedule. This role is critical to ensure timely delivery, optimize manufacturing resources, and maintain high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have experience in production planning, scheduling, and coordination with cross-functional teams, preferably in a packaging manufacturing environment.

Essential Job Functions

* Plan and manage production schedules, prioritizing order preparation based on business needs

* Walk production lines to gather updates and interface with shop personnel

* Host and lead production meetings to review status, priorities, and bottlenecks

* Maintain accurate production schedules and provide timely order information to internal and external customers

* Enter and confirm new orders in the ERP system, ensuring all internal customer forecasts are properly recorded

* Expedite orders with vendors, communicate priorities, and confirm component completion dates

* Collaborate with department leaders and purchasing to manage production peaks and adjust schedules as needed

* Manage and update dates related to finished products and communicate changes effectively with customers

* Facilitate phase-in/phase-out of finished products and implement pilot batches as required

* Prepare end-of-month BRM, and CRM reports with Operations Manager approval

* Ensure safety, quality, and compliance of new developments and existing products, following Atlas Copco's safety policies and sustainability practices

* Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

* Experience in production planning and scheduling, preferably in a manufacturing or packaging environment

* Exposure to Purchasing, Subcontract Management, Warehousing, and Logistics

* Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP S/4 HANA knowledge is a plus)

* Strong organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

* Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel

* Reliable, proactive, and detail-oriented with strong document control skills

* Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Experience managing production peaks and coordinating with multiple departments

* Familiarity with quality, safety, and environmental standards in a manufacturing setting

* Prior experience in scheduling production phases and implementing pilot batches

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