Production Planner, Experienced

PPG Industries

3d•$50,000 - $56,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Planner supports manufacturing operations by preparing and maintaining detailed production schedules aligned with demand requirements, plant capacity, and material availability within PPG's Aerospace business. You will sit onsite in our Mojave, CA facility. You will report to the Supply Chain Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
2+ years of relevant experience
Working understanding of MRP systems within a manufacturing or QA environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis
Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and political asylees or refuges are eligible to apply.
You must have or be eligible to obtain security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Internship, co-op, or coursework related to manufacturing, production planning, or supply chain
Familiarity with ERP systems used in manufacturing environments

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed production schedules to meet required volumes while considering plant capacity and material availability
Use MRP functionality within a manufacturing or QA system to support production planning activities
Perform pack planning and bulk planning based on production requirements
Monitor actual production figures versus planned schedules and identify variances
Prepare and implement schedule adjustments in response to production constraints, material shortages, or demand changes
Support production meetings by providing schedule updates and production data
Ensure planning activities align with quality, safety, and manufacturing standards
Maintain accurate production planning records and reports to support continuous improvement projects