Production Planning Engineer at Engtal in Downey, California

Job Description:

Overview

Seeking a Production Planning Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes, improve efficiency, and enhance production scheduling. The ideal candidate has Lean/Six Sigma expertise and experience in high-volume manufacturing. Success is measured by cost reduction, cycle time improvement, and throughput gains.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan & adjust production schedules based on demand, inventory, and labor.
• Optimize workflows using Lean tools (6S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping).
• Monitor capacity & resource utilization, recommending staffing/equipment adjustments.
• Enhance inventory management to reduce waste and costs.
• Analyze costs & track KPIs (cycle time, yield, defects) to drive improvements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and supply chain teams.
• Ensure regulatory compliance (ISO, OSHA) and support process training.

Qualifications

• BS in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering (MS/certifications preferred).
• 5+ years' experience in production planning (automotive, aerospace, fabrication preferred).
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Epicor) and data tools (Excel, Minitab, Power BI).
• Lean Six Sigma certification preferred.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.

Work Environment

• Office-based with frequent production floor visits.

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