Position Responsibilities
Production Planning & Scheduling
Develop and maintain detailed production plans and schedules for assigned manufacturing centers
Balance customer demand, inventory targets, equipment capacity, labor availability, and operational constraints when creating production schedules
Sequence production to maximize throughput, minimize downtime, and improve overall manufacturing efficiency
Monitor schedule adherence and adjust plans to address changing business requirements and operational conditions
Ensure production schedules align with facility and business objectives
Materials Planning
Coordinate raw material requirements to support planned production
Monitor material consumption against plan and identify risks to production continuity
Partner with Procurement and Supply Chain teams to address material shortages and supply constraints
Support inventory optimization initiatives for raw materials and intermediates
Finished Goods Planning
Ensure production plans support customer delivery requirements and inventory targets.
Coordinate with Logistics and Customer Service teams regarding production priorities and shipment requirements.
Monitor finished goods inventories and recommend production adjustments as needed.
Assist in managing service risks related to demand fluctuations or operational disruptions.
Work-in-Process (WIP) Management
Monitor WIP inventories within assigned manufacturing centers
Identify bottlenecks, inventory imbalances, and process constraints affecting production flow
Coordinate with operations teams to maintain optimal inventory levels throughout the manufacturing process
Support initiatives to improve throughput and reduce cycle times
Labor & Resource Coordination
Incorporate labor availability and staffing requirements into production schedules
Coordinate with manufacturing leaders to align production requirements with available resources
Support capacity planning efforts by identifying resource constraints and recommending solutions
Operational Monitoring & Execution
Review production performance daily and adjust schedules based on operating conditions
Analyze production issues and develop alternative plans to maintain operational performance
Communicate schedule changes and planning risks to stakeholders in a timely manner
Escalate capacity, material, labor, or equipment constraints as appropriate
Continuous Improvement
Identify opportunities to improve planning processes, schedule stability, and operational performance.
Utilize ERP, MRP, and planning systems to maintain accurate schedules and inventory data.
Participate in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
Support the development and maintenance of planning tools, metrics, and reporting systems.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, Manufacturing, or a related field
3+ years of production planning, supply chain, operations planning, or manufacturing experience in a large-scale industrial or process manufacturing environment.
Experience in a manufacturing environment that converts raw materials into finished products.
Understanding of production scheduling, inventory management, and capacity planning principles.
Experience working with ERP, MRP, or Advanced Planning Systems (APS), preferably SAP
Experience coordinating production activities across multiple operating areas preferred.
Desired Qualities
APICS CPIM, CSCP, or CLTD certification
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
MP Materials is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
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