Program Planner

MC Test Service Inc•Fremont, CA

1d•$65,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Program Planner is responsible for developing and executing production plans that ensure material availability, manufacturing readiness, and on-time delivery in support of customer requirements and production schedules. This role manages work order execution, material planning, and production priorities while coordinating cross-functional activities to optimize manufacturing flow, capacity utilization, and inventory performance. Working closely with Master Scheduling, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Production Control, and Program Management, the Program Planner analyzes demand, material constraints, engineering changes, and production capacity to develop executable manufacturing plans that support operational efficiency and customer delivery commitments.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field preferred.
Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
ASCM Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM), preferred
ASCM Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), preferred
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, preferred
Minimum of three (3) years of production planning, master scheduling, materials planning, production control, or supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment.
Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) experience strongly preferred.
Experience utilizing ERP/MRP systems to support production planning and material management.
Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), engineering changes, and manufacturing operations.
Working knowledge of Bills of Material (BOMs), production scheduling, inventory management, and manufacturing processes.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods during the work shift.
Ability to sit for extended periods while performing computer-based work.
Ability to use a computer, keyboard, mouse, telephone, and other office equipment for prolonged periods.
Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and through electronic communication methods.
Ability to occasionally stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift office materials up to 25 pounds.
Ability to visually review documents, reports, spreadsheets, and computer displays with or without corrective lenses.
Ability to move throughout office and production areas as business needs require.
Ability to wear and properly utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE) and ESD protection devices.
The employee is required to exercise sound judgment, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills in a professional business environment.
The role requires the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities, manage competing deadlines, interpret and analyze information, and make decisions consistent with organizational objectives.
Employees must effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders, maintain confidentiality where appropriate, and adapt to changing business needs.
The position requires sustained concentration, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while maintaining productivity and accuracy.

Nice To Haves

ASCM Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM)
ASCM Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) experience

Responsibilities

Develop, release, and manage production work orders to support customer demand, manufacturing capacity, and production schedules.
Analyze Material Requirements Planning (MRP) recommendations and production demand to ensure timely material availability and efficient manufacturing execution.
Monitor production schedules, work order status, and material constraints while identifying risks that could impact on-time delivery.
Coordinate with Purchasing, Production Control, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality to resolve material shortages, scheduling conflicts, and production constraints.
Analyze engineering changes, Bills of Material (BOMs), and product structure to ensure accurate planning, material availability, and production readiness.
Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities by coordinating production planning, material readiness, engineering changes, and manufacturing implementation.
Evaluate production capacity, inventory availability, and manufacturing priorities to optimize workflow, material utilization, and resource allocation.
Monitor production performance, schedule attainment, work-in-process (WIP), and inventory levels while recommending corrective actions to improve operational performance.
Analyze demand changes, production priorities, and supply constraints to evaluate schedule impacts and communicate planning recommendations to Supply Chain leadership.
Generate and maintain planning reports, production schedules, inventory analyses, and operational metrics to support business decisions.
Support expedited production requirements, recovery plans, and schedule changes to meet customer commitments and business objectives.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on production planning, inventory optimization, schedule adherence, manufacturing efficiency, and operational performance.