Production Planner

The Production Planner will be required to track production progress and hours to generate weekly factory report. Monitor and track any part shortages. Generate purchase orders for any stock shortages using SAP. Responsibilities: Track production progress activities for all works orders and update schedules. Plan, schedule, direct and execute production activities. Evaluate purchase orders to create suitable production schedules. Recommend viable solutions to reduce production costs as well as improve production processes and product quality. Opening and Closing jobs. Load BOM Kits on SAP. Follow up on purchase order receipts in respect of outstanding order. Follow up with suppliers. Update production schedules for procurement based on ordered and received items. Attend all administrative related functions. Develop and maintain filing systems - both hard and electronic copies. Print Daily reports and give to supervisors. Compile weekly factory reports. Create and send Purchase orders for consumables and maintenance items. Assist Production Manager. Essential Requirements: Matric. N4-N6 certificate in electrical engineering. Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) accreditation or other relevant certification is advantageous. Supply chain management, business management, or related field is preferred. Knowledge of high volts and Energy automation solutions. Basic Knowledge of Occupational Health and safety.

Location: Johannesburg, ZA

Posted Date: 4/26/2024