Job Title: Production Planning & Control Executive

Department: Planning

Reports To: Plant Head & GM

Location: Mangaon

Key Responsibilities:

- Production Planning & Scheduling: Develop daily, weekly, and monthly production plans based on confirmed orders, delivery timelines, and machine availability. Ensure efficient sequencing of jobs to minimize downtime and maximize output.

- Coordination with Departments: Coordinate closely with prepress, production, purchase, and dispatch teams to ensure availability of inputs and timely execution of jobs as per plan.

- Material Planning: Forecast raw material requirements (paper, boards, inks, etc.) based on production schedules. Liaise with the purchase department to ensure timely procurement and avoid material shortages.

- Capacity Utilization: Analyse machine and manpower capacity across printing and converting units. Balance workloads to ensure optimal utilization and minimize idle time.

- Monitoring Production Progress: Track production status on a real-time basis to identify delays or bottlenecks. Escalate issues to relevant teams for timely resolution and re-adjust schedules if required.

- Data Management & Reporting: Maintain and update production planning reports and MIS data. Share daily/weekly production plans and achievement reports with management.

- Coordination for On-Time Deliveries: Work in sync with the dispatch/logistics team to ensure job completion aligns with committed delivery schedules.

- Process Alignment: Standardize planning procedures and implement structured systems (manual or ERP-based) for effective planning and tracking.

Key Skills & Competencies:

- Degree/Diploma in Printing Technology / Production / Industrial Engineering or related field.

- Minimum 5 years of experience in PPC within the printing or packaging industry.

- Sound understanding of print shop operations Offset, machine capacity, and workflow planning.

- Proficient in MS Excel and ERP/MIS systems related to production.

- Strong communication and coordination skills.

- Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities.