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Production Planning Manager
Job Description
Synigent is seeking an experienced Manager, Production Planning for one of our clients to lead production planning and control for a Richmond-area manufacturing operation. This role will oversee a team of approximately 17 employees and ensure production schedules, materials, capacity, and resources are aligned to meet customer demand and delivery targets.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and manage production schedules across manufacturing operations.
- Lead and develop the production planning team.
- Balance customer demand with capacity, inventory, materials, and labor.
- Monitor production performance and resolve scheduling or material constraints.
- Utilize ERP/MRP systems and production data to improve planning and execution.
- Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, and Customer Service to meet business objectives.
- Manufacturing experience with 3–5+ years of leadership experience.
- Strong background in production planning, scheduling, production control, and inventory management.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems and advanced Excel skills.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Preferred: APICS or Six Sigma certification and automotive or aerospace manufacturing experience.
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