Production Planner Jobs in California

A Production Planner in the manufacturing industry is responsible for planning and organizing production schedules, assessing project and resource requirements, and estimating, negotiating, and agreeing on budgets and timelines with clients and managers. They also ensure that the manufacturing process meets health and safety regulations, and they oversee product standards and implement quality control programs. Their role is pivotal in coordinating and expediting the flow of work and materials within or among departments according to production schedules. They also confer with department supervisors to determine progress of work and to provide information on changes in processing methods received from methods or engineering departments.

Important skills for a Production Planner include analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and negotiation skills, a thorough understanding of production procedures, and the ability to plan and prioritize work. They should also have knowledge of production planning and quality control principles, and be experienced in reading and understanding product schematics and blueprints. Certifications in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or the Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) from APICS can be advantageous in this role. Prior to becoming a Production Planner, individuals might have roles such as Production Coordinator, Production Supervisor, or Inventory Analyst.

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Global Service Supply Planner

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 8 hours ago

What you'll be doing: Act as the critical link within Service Operations to Demand Planning, Production planning, Repair Operations, Service logistics, the Business Units, Enterprise Support Services...

Production Planning Analyst

  • Fresno, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 23 hours ago

We are currently looking to fill a Production Planning Analyst position for our Fresno, CA office: Direct Reports: None Key Contacts Production Control, Finance, Global Purchasing Team, Machine Production...

Master Scheduler

  • Carson, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Carson, CA
  • 1 day ago

The Master Scheduler oversees production planning reports and directs daily production schedules....

Production Planner

  • West Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • West Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

Work closely with Production Planning Supervisor on production schedule. Work closely with Inventory Control team on maintaining a proper level of raw material inventory....

Production Scheduler

  • City of Industry, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • City of Industry, CA
  • 3 days ago

Distribute production schedules and work orders to departments....

Master Scheduler Leader

  • Carson, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Carson, CA
  • 3 days ago

Production planning reports directing to this position. Who are we? Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California....

Manufacturing Company looking for a production planner starting at $20

  • Riverside, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 4 days ago

We are expanding and are in need of Full Time Manufacturing Production Planner for our manufacturing plant....

Associate, Production Planner

  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago

Associate, Production Planner Job Code 21904 Job Location: San Diego, Ca Schedule: 9/80 Job Description: The Production Planner interfaces with multiple departments and organizations and is primarily...

Aerospace Production Planner Specialist

  • Camarillo, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Camarillo, CA
  • 6 days ago

Thorough knowledge of manufacturing resource planning systems, business application software, and interface operations....

Production Planner

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 6 days ago

Work with department leadership and production planners in other work centers to align on priorities for your product line(s) and collectively respond to changes when they arise....

Production Scheduler (Interior)

  • Torrance, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Torrance, CA
  • 7 days ago

This individual is experienced in production control in a manufacturing environment....

Production Planner/Master Scheduler 3

  • Fremont, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Fremont, CA
  • 9 days ago

Coordinates production plans to ensure materials are provided according to schedules....

Production Planner

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 10 days ago

Production Planner (part of Allegis Group) 3.2 3.2 out of 5 stars Long Beach, CA 90745 Job Title: Production Planner Job Description We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Production Planner/Scheduler...

Sr Demand and Supply Planner

  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 10 days ago

Company Description At Intuitive, we are united behind our mission: we believe that minimally invasive care is life-enhancing care. Through ingenuity and intelligent technology, we expand the...

DC Production Planning Manager - Los Angeles

  • City of Industry, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • City of Industry, CA
  • 11 days ago

Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field. 5+ years of experience in production planning and warehouse management....

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Production Planner Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Lean Production
Learn how to apply key elements of Lean Production, from minimizing inventory and reducing setup times, to using 5S and Kaizen, in order to improve quality and productivity in your workplace....
Certified Forecaster and Demand Planner (CFDP)
ISCEAs Certified Forecaster and Demand Planners (CFDP) are capable to develop demand plans that adapt to todays rapidly changing business environment while remaining aligned to the companys...
Certified Forecaster and Demand Planner - CFDP - Certification Exam
The CFDP Exam is comprised of 70 questions an problems to be solved in 2 hours. The passing score for the exam is 70%. The exam is designed to allow the learner to demonstrate deep understanding...

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Salary for Production Planner Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Production Planners in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.9%
High School or GED
23.9%
Master's Degree
16.5%
Associate's Degree
11.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.3%
Some College
1.7%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Production Planners in California
2-4 years
31.1%
1-2 years
23.3%
Less than 1 year
16.8%
6-8 years
9.7%
None
9.0%
10+ years
7.3%
8-10 years
1.8%
4-6 years
1.0%



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