Production Planner
KCG Search ·kcgsearch.com
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A growing food and beverage manufacturing company in the Houston area is seeking a Supply & Production Planner to support manufacturing operations by managing production schedules, demand forecasts, and inventory planning.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with data, coordinating across departments, and ensuring production runs smoothly in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
The Supply & Production Planner will work closely with procurement, production, warehouse, and logistics teams to align materials, inventory, and production schedules with customer demand.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain production schedules aligned with demand forecasts and plant capacity
- Manage inventory levels, raw materials, and packaging supply to support production needs
- Monitor supplier lead times and material availability to prevent production delays
- Track and analyze planning metrics such as inventory turns, fill rates, forecast accuracy, and schedule adherence
- Build and maintain Excel-based planning models and reports
- Coordinate closely with procurement, production, warehouse, and logistics teams
- Identify potential supply risks and proactively escalate issues
- Support new product launches by coordinating material readiness and production planning
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives within supply chain and operations
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field preferred
- 2–4 years of experience in supply planning, production planning, or supply chain roles
- Experience working in food, beverage, or consumer packaged goods manufacturing preferred
- Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite or similar strongly preferred)
- Strong Excel skills for data analysis and planning models
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment
- Spanish language skills are a plus
Work Environment
This role works primarily in an office environment but requires regular interaction with warehouse and food-grade manufacturing operations. Candidates should be comfortable working in a dynamic production environment and collaborating with operational teams.
Why Join
- Growing manufacturing company with strong market demand
- Opportunity to play a key role in production planning and supply chain coordination
- Collaborative and team-oriented environment
- Competitive compensation and benefits
If you have experience in production planning, supply chain coordination, or manufacturing operations, we encourage you to apply.
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Who is hiring for the Production Planner role?
KCG Search is hiring for the Production Planner position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Production Planner job located?
The Production Planner role with KCG Search is based in Brookshire, TX, US.
What does the Production Planner role pay?
KCG Search lists the Production Planner role at USD 75,000–80,000 per year.
Is the Production Planner role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at KCG Search.
What experience level is the Production Planner role?
The Production Planner position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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