Production Planning Coordinator

Join a dynamic manufacturing organization that is focused on streamlining production processes and driving operational excellence. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to step into a critical role that supports the growth and efficiency of a busy production environment based in Robertsham.

What You'll Do:

• Assist with the creation and updating of production schedules based on available capacity and customer deadlines.

• Monitor production progress, identify delays or risks, and inform the PPC Manager.

• Update job statuses in the system and maintain proper documentation.

• Follow up on outstanding work-in-progress (WIP) to ensure alignment with daily and weekly plans.

• Track material availability and coordinate with procurement for timely delivery of long lead-time items.

• Support the release of jobs in ERP systems (e.g., SAP), ensuring routing and BOM accuracy.

• Assist in managing and updating production data, sales orders, and job cards.

• Liaise with logistics and suppliers to follow up on deliveries and collections.

• Coordinate with warehouse and dispatch teams to ensure jobs are ready for delivery as planned.

• Prepare and update daily, weekly, and monthly PPC reports for internal meetings.

• Monitor KPIs such as on-time delivery, production output, and material availability.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives and assist with basic time studies and layout updates.

Requirements:

• Matric

• At least 2 years of experience in a production or planning environment

• Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP preferred)

• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook

• Valid driver’s license

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Ability to work effectively within a team

Familiarity with the following:

• RPE (Risk and Performance Evaluation)

• Basic understanding of production layouts