Planning Engineer

Candidates must have proven experience in production planning within a joinery or woodworking environment. Should be skilled in scheduling, material coordination, and workflow optimization to ensure timely project delivery. Joinery production planning experience is a must.1. Production Planning & SchedulingDevelop and implement detailed production schedules based on project timelines, material availability, and resource capacity.Coordinate with design, procurement, and production teams to ensure smooth workflow and on-time delivery.Plan production sequences to optimize machine utilization and reduce bottlenecks.Review and adjust schedules as required by project changes or material delays.2. Material & Resource ManagementPrepare material requirement plans (MRP) based on approved drawings and cutting lists.Ensure timely procurement of raw materials, hardware, veneers, and finishes required for joinery projects.Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages or overstocking.Coordinate with the store and purchasing departments to track material inflow and consumption.3. Workflow CoordinationLiaise between the design, estimation, and production departments to ensure clarity of specifications and production feasibility.Collaborate with project engineers and site teams to align production priorities with project progress.Track sub-assembly and finishing stages to ensure consistency with design intent and quality standards.4. Process Optimization & EfficiencyAnalyze production data to identify areas for efficiency improvement and cost reduction.Standardize production procedures and implement lean manufacturing principles.Monitor machine performance and manpower allocation to enhance productivity.5. Monitoring & ReportingTrack daily production progress and update reports for management and project teams.Highlight any risks, delays, or resource constraints that could impact project timelines.Prepare production performance metrics such as lead time, output rates, and efficiency ratios.6. Quality & ComplianceEnsure that all joinery production activities comply with quality standards, design specifications, and HSE regulations.Participate in quality control inspections and assist in resolving non-conformance issues.Support implementation of ISO or internal quality management systems.7. Technical & Project SupportReview and interpret technical drawings and cutting lists for manufacturability.Assist in cost estimation and production time studies.Provide technical input during project kickoff and post-production evaluations.