Production Planning Engineer

2 weeks ago


Downey, California, United States Frederick Fox Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

We're looking for a Production Planning Engineer to join a dynamic team focused on optimizing processes, reducing waste, and ensuring timely, high-quality production.

Location: On-site within Downey, CA area

Employment Type: Full-time Direct Hire

What You'll Do:


• Develop and manage short- and long-term production schedules aligned with demand, inventory, and labor.


• Lead process optimization initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and time studies to improve throughput and reduce costs.


• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and supply chain to support new product introductions and resolve production challenges.


• Analyze capacity and resource utilization to ensure readiness for current and future production demands.


• Drive inventory efficiency through Kanban, VMI, and smart material planning.


• Track KPIs like cycle time, yield, and defect rates to guide continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For:


• Bachelor's in Industrial, Manufacturing, or related Engineering field (Master's or certifications a plus).


• 5+ years in production planning or manufacturing engineering, ideally in a high-volume environment.


• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Epicor) and data tools like Excel, Minitab, or Power BI.


• Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt preferred).


• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and documentation skills.



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