Production Planning Manager

Job Title: Production Planning Manager

Location: Coppell, TX

Pay Rate: $37.21 per hour

Schedule: Fully on-site, Monday thru Friday 8:00AM to 5:00PM (hours may vary)

Staffmark Total Talent Solutions offers this exciting contract opportunity at a global leader in electronics, mobile devices and appliances located in Coppell, TX.

Production Planning Manager

Top Skills:

• Demand planning
• Assembly operations
• Process improvement

Position Summary:

This position provides strategic direction, production management oversight and expertise to partner with business units to drive development of operational improvement by performing as an internal consultant and a continuous improvement management. This position requires excellent communication skills, excellent relationship building and emotional intelligence and self-motivation.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee production process and manage production team of 3PL vendor.
• Develop and implement production schedules and plans.
• Ensure production targets are met in terms of quality, quantity, and deadlines.
• Monitor production performance and make necessary adjustments.
• Collaborate with quality control and supply chain departments for smooth operations.
• Manage resources, including materials, equipment, and personnel.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of the production area.
• Identify areas for improvement and implement process enhancements.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Liaise with other managers to formulate objectives and understand requirements.
• Monitor production to resolve issues promptly.
• Determine necessary resources, such as workforce and raw materials.
• Enforce health and safety precautions within the production area.
• Report production status and issues to leadership.
• Plan and organize production schedules effectively.
• Assess project and resource requirements for production.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a business analyst or in a similar role with 1-3 years of experience.
• Requires a Bachelor’s degree with a preference for sector-specific disciplines such as: Business management, business analysis, data management, and supply chain management.
• Experience with MS Office including but not limited to, Excel, Word, and Power Point.
• Deep knowledge of production management and quality standards.
• Understanding of health & safety regulations.
• Knowledge of performance evaluation.
• Experience in reporting on key production metrics.

Preferred Skills:

• Proficient in AI services, such as Gemini, ChatGPT and Claude.
• Proficient in MS Office products.
• Outstanding communication ability and strong interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and strong decision-making skills.
• Results-driven approach with confidence and problem-solving capabilities.
• Project management skills and the ability to work efficiently.
• IT and numerical skills, along with effective teamworking abilities.

Staffmark talent working with this client receive competitive compensation and a great benefits package!

Benefits Include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• Paid Time Off, + more!