Production Control Planner 2

FRALOCK•Poway, CA

7d•$35 - $46•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Control Planner is responsible for developing, managing, and executing production schedules in a high-volume semiconductor manufacturing environment. The role supports material availability, production flow, capacity utilization, and on-time delivery for global customers. The Planner works closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, Quality, and Customer Service to balance customer demand, production constraints, inventory levels, and business objectives. The position is onsite in Poway, California, and is full-time. It requires access to ITAR- or EAR-controlled information, so the successful candidate must qualify as a U.S. person under those regulations. Offers are contingent on satisfactory background-check results. Work is performed indoors in environmentally controlled environments, with exposure to hazardous materials on the production floor. PPE may include smocks, gloves, hairnets or full-face covers, shoe covers, and safety-toed footwear as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Degree, with three to five years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three to five years of experience in manufacturing planning, production control, materials planning, or supply chain operations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interpret business information, prepare reports and correspondence, present information, and respond to questions.
Ability to follow detailed written or oral instructions and solve problems involving concrete variables in standardized and complex situations.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing documents.
Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Suite for tracking, reporting, and data management.
Knowledge of complex database and spreadsheet use.
Ability to plan workflows and meetings.
Strong analytical skills and solution-oriented thinking, including using large amounts of data to make strategic decisions.
Ability to apply continuous improvement and Lean principles to improve efficiency and productivity.
Effective interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate in a team environment.
Must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR and EAR requirements for access to controlled information.
Frequent manual dexterity and hand use for handling small components and tools; ability to perform similar operations for 6 to 8 hours, sit and stand for 6 to 8 hours, and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
Ability to work indoors in environmentally controlled environments and use required PPE, with exposure to hazardous material on the production floor.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Business Administration desired.
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration highly desired.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and 5S practices.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain detailed production schedules that support customer demand, revenue targets, and operational objectives.
Translate customer forecasts, demand signals, and sales orders into executable manufacturing plans.
Monitor and manage work-in-process to ensure efficient flow through manufacturing operations.
Balance production requirements against capacity, labor, equipment, and material constraints.
Coordinate schedule changes resulting from engineering changes, material shortages, customer priorities, or production disruptions.
Identify bottlenecks and develop recovery plans to maintain production commitments.
Analyze demand forecasts and production requirements to ensure adequate manufacturing capacity.
Collaborate with manufacturing leadership to optimize machine utilization and workforce allocation.
Support Sales & Operations Planning processes through capacity and demand analysis.
Develop short- and long-term production plans aligned with customer and business requirements.
Partner with Procurement and Materials teams to ensure timely availability of raw materials and components.
Monitor inventory levels and recommend actions to prevent shortages, excess inventory, or obsolescence.
Track critical material constraints and communicate risks to stakeholders.
Support inventory optimization while maintaining customer service expectations.
Provide schedule status, delivery forecasts, and risk assessments to internal and external stakeholders.
Escalate potential delivery impacts and recommend corrective actions.
Identify opportunities to improve planning effectiveness and manufacturing efficiency.
Participate in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Follow safety standards and procedures, including PPE requirements for a manufacturing environment.
Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work area.
Perform other duties as needed or assigned by the supervisor.