A factory planner is a professional responsible for planning and organizing the production operations of a factory to optimize the use of resources and maximize profitability. The duties of a Plant Planner may include:
- Plan and coordinate production based on demand and plant capacity.
- Develop short and long term production plans to ensure optimal use of resources and avoid downtime.
- Evaluate current production processes and propose improvements to increase efficiency and profitability.
- Collaborate with engineering and maintenance departments to resolve production issues and improve equipment reliability.
- Establish quality standards for production and ensure compliance with them.
- Evaluate production costs and propose solutions to reduce costs while maintaining quality.
- Develop production reports and data analysis to track plant performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Coordinate production activities with other departments of the company, such as logistics, sales and finance.
- Assess staffing needs and participate in the recruitment process to ensure the plant has the staff needed to meet its production goals.
- Ensure that safety standards are followed at all times to prevent accidents and injuries.
