Production Planner (Machining)

Job Description:

Production Planning

• Planed coordinate machining jobs based on customer orders and production requirements.
• Prepare production schedules and monitor machining progress.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure material and production readiness.
• Monitor machine loading, capacity planning, and delivery timelines.
• Expedite urgent jobs and resolve production bottlenecks.
• Update job status and maintain planning records.

Supplier Sourcing & Procurement

• Source and evaluate machining suppliers for CNC milling, turning, fabrication and precision engineering services.
• Request and compare quotations based on cost, lead time, and capability.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and commercial terms with suppliers.
• Develop and maintain approved supplier database.
• Conduct supplier performance monitoring and vendor audits when required.
• Build long-term supplier relationships to support operational needs.

Technical Coordination

• Review engineering drawings and machining specifications before RFQ submission.
• Coordinate technical clarifications between suppliers and engineering teams.
• Ensure suppliers understand dimensional tolerance, material, and quality requirements.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) and prototype sourcing activities.

Quality & Delivery Control

• Monitor supplier quality performance and on-time delivery.
• Coordinate corrective actions for non-conforming products.
• Ensure all required certifications and inspection reports are received.
• Work closely with QA and engineering teams to resolve technical issues.

Cost & Inventory Management

• Support cost reduction and localization initiatives.
• Monitor machining costs and identify improvement opportunities.
• Assist in material planning and inventory control activities.
• Ensure procurement aligns with project budgets and timelines.

Job Requirement:

• Preferably with three-year experience in manufacturing and/or industrial product trading environment.
• Process strong customer service mind-set.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experienced in MS Office applications.