Job Purpose:
- Plan workflow and schedules for production departments.
- Monitor production status and ensure timely delivery.
Principal Accountabilities
Production Planning & Scheduling:
- Develop production plan, budget (inventory + OT) and timelines according to production specifications.
- Plan work flow and schedules for production departments.
- Identify delays and accordingly adjust schedules to meet deadlines.
Establishing Performance Standard
Coordination and Support
- Conduct daily meetings to keep track of production schedules.
- Ensure zero-line stoppage at production due to non-availability of material.
- Notify Customer / sales team on any delays and outages.
- Provide excellent customer service and ensure customer satisfaction.
Comparing Actual Performance against standards
Material Requirement Planning (MRP)
- Raise material requisitions to Procurement and follow up for timely availability.
- Coordinate with the Stores team for inventory control and stock accuracy.
Capacity Planning
- Identify bottlenecks and propose solutions for capacity optimization.
- Plan for overtime, subcontracting, or additional resources if required.
Shop Floor Coordination
- Coordinate with Production Supervisors and Plant Heads for smooth execution.
- Prioritize urgent or export orders as per customer and business needs.
Monitoring & Reporting
and on-time delivery.
- Generate MIS reports on production status, WIP, and inventory.
- Analyze variance between planned vs. actual performance and suggest improvements.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Participate in NPD (New Product Development) meetings for timeline planning and resource
alignment.
- Support audits (ISO/IATF) with relevant documentation and reports.
Cost Control & Efficiency
- Minimize inventory holding costs through JIT (Just-In-Time) planning.
- Contribute to cost-saving initiatives via lean planning and waste reduction.
ERP/SAP Operations
Closure).
- Ensure real-time tracking of job cards, WIP status, and material consumption.
Knowledge & Skills needed to deliver on the accountabilities:
- Process knowledge.
- Planning Skills.
- Execution skills.
- Coordination skills.
- People Management.
- Financial Budget and Control.
- Relationship Management.
Formal Education Requirements, as applicable:
Years of relevant Experience needed: Minimum of 10 + years experience in PPC and preferably in Automotive industry.
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