Adecco is hiring: Production Planner in East Providence

Our client, a renowned leader in precision manufacturing, is seeking an experienced Production Planner to join their team. This is a direct hire position offering excellent benefits and a chance to contribute to a high-performing organization.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in production planning within the manufacturing industry preferably in metal fabrication with the ability to manage the flow of materials, coordinate production schedules, and ensure timely delivery of finished products.

Key Responsibilities:

•  Develop and maintain production schedules based on order forecasts, inventory levels, and production capacity. Ensure timely and efficient production to meet customer demands and delivery deadlines.
•  Monitor and manage raw material and component inventory levels. Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and minimize stockouts or overstock situations.
•  Collaborate with the sales and design teams to understand order requirements, prioritize production runs, and manage any changes or adjustments to orders.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance production efficiency, reduce lead times, and minimize waste. Analyze production data to recommend and implement best practices.
• Work closely with quality control teams to ensure that production processes meet quality standards and specifications. Address any quality issues that arise during production.
• Coordinate with various departments (e.g., design, procurement, and production) to ensure that resources are allocated effectively, and production goals are achieved.
• Generate and analyze production reports, including progress, delays, and performance metrics. Provide regular updates to management on production status and any potential issues.

Qualifications:

•  Minimum of 3 years of experience in production planning, preferably within the metal fabrication/jewelry manufacturing industry or a similar high-precision field.
• Strong understanding of metal fabrication/jewelry production processes, materials, and supply chain management. Familiarity with industry-specific software and tools.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across various departments and interact with suppliers and customers.
• Education: HS Diploma or equivalent
• Preferred - Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, or a related field. Relevant certifications or additional training in production planning is a plus.
• Proficiency in production planning software and tools. Familiarity with ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Salary: 65K-75K (DOE)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, 401K + more

Join a team where your skills will be valued and rewarded! Apply now for this fantastic opportunity to advance your career. 
If you are qualified and interested, please click APPLY NOW and upload your most current resume or you may email your resume to our recruiter, Shirell Chatman  Please include the job title in the subject line of your email.  If you have any questions, feel free to call .
 

 

Pay Details: $65,000.00 to $75,000.00 per year

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