BURN is looking for a Production Planning & Control (PPC) Manager to oversee the overall production planning and scheduling process for our factory. The role involves ensuring that inventory plans are feasible and executable across all assembly lines while monitoring production performance to achieve throughput, efficiency, and cost targets.
Strategic Planning & Production Control
Own the overall production planning and scheduling process for the factory.
Ensure that the Inventory Plan (IP) is feasible and executable across all assembly lines.
Monitor production performance and line capacity, adjusting plans to achieve throughput, efficiency, and cost targets.
Implement process improvements to enhance production flow, reduce bottlenecks, and optimize resource utilization.
Team Management & Leadership
Manage, mentor, and develop the Production Scheduling Manager and Production Manager.
Set performance objectives and review KPIs for both roles, ensuring alignment with factory and organizational goals.
Provide guidance on decision-making related to schedule adjustments, resource allocation, and operational priorities.
Coordination Between Planning & Execution
Ensure tight alignment between the Production Scheduling Manager (planning) and Production Manager (execution).
Facilitate regular PPC meetings to review schedules, throughput targets, material availability, labor readiness, and operational constraints.
Resolve conflicts between planning and execution teams, balancing capacity, resource limitations, and delivery commitments.
KPI Ownership & Performance Management
Own factory-level PPC KPIs, including: Production schedule adherence, Throughput vs target per line, Cost per unit, Line efficiency and labor utilization, and On-time completion of Inventory Plans.
Monitor performance trends and implement corrective actions to meet operational targets.
Cross-Functional Stakeholder Management
Collaborate with the Inventory Planning (IP) Team, Operations Manager, and Quality, Maintenance, and Warehouse Teams.
Ensure smooth communication and escalation of issues between factory operations and planning teams.
Act as the escalation point for all major production planning, scheduling, and execution challenges.
Continuous Improvement & Best Practices
Introduce standardized planning, scheduling, and reporting processes.
Identify and implement efficiency improvements across planning and production execution.
Promote a culture of accountability, operational discipline, and proactive problem-solving across PPC teams.
Requirements and Qualifications
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in factory operations.
At least 5 years in a leadership or managerial role overseeing production planning and execution.
Strong preference for candidates with experience in sheet metal manufacturing, appliances, or similar industrial production environments.
In-depth understanding of production planning, scheduling, and factory operations.
Strong knowledge of capacity planning, throughput optimization, WIP and inventory management, and operational KPIs.
Experience with ERP/MRP or advanced planning systems.
Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams, including production, scheduling, maintenance, and quality.
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
Advanced degrees or certifications in operations management is an advantage.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the BURN application portal via the following link: BURN on burnmanufacturing.applytojob.com. Ensure your CV and cover letter highlight your relevant experience in factory operations and production management.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the official application portal: Apply Here
