Production Planning Manager (Auburn Hills)

JOB SUMMARY

As a Production Planning Manager, you will lead the production planning team to ensure alignment of production capacity, supply chain efficiency, and company KPIs. You will oversee production schedules, resource allocation, and cross-functional collaboration while driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance cost efficiency, productivity, and product quality.

ESSENTIAL ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and develop the Production Planning team, providing guidance and performance management.
• Set production goals and align capacity planning with company strategy and KPIs.
• Oversee Production Life Cycle (Order Development Mass Production EOP A / S EOL).
• Manage production capacity and lead facility investment planning, new line build-ups, and long-term capacity strategies.
• Coordinate with SCM, Production, Quality, PM, ME, Sales, and HQ teams through regular meetings.
• Resource management and planning (Headcount, Investment Budget, Equipment, Engineer allocation)
• Monitor inventory policy compliance and define strategic stock levels across multiple product lines.
• Oversee synchronization and accuracy of data across MES, GSCM, FP, SP, DP, ERP, WMS, and MRP systems.
• Manage master data (BOM / BOD / Routing / Lead Time / Tact Time, etc.).
• Recommend viable solutions to reduce production costs as well as improve production processes and product quality
• Resolve escalated planning / scheduling issues and ensure timely communication with headquarters.
• Identify process gaps, lead root-cause analysis, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with executives to recommend strategic solutions for cost reduction and efficiency.
• Translate customer demand into production schedules, ensuring accurate material flow and timely execution.

REQUIREMENTS

INTERNAL TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

QUALITY ASSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

HEALTH & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Our company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We ensure fair treatment in all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, compensation, and access to training and development opportunities, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

At this time, our company does not prioritize hiring individuals under OPT (Optional Practical Training) or STEM OPT (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Optional Practical Training) programs. Employment decisions are based on current business needs, job requirements, and work authorization statuses that best align with company policies.