AGM- Production Planning & Control ( Foundry Operations)

Prefereed Candidate:. Prefered - Mechanical/ Production Engineer. Strong knowledge of Foundry operations and production planning. Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle or similar). Experience with PP/DS or advanced planning systems. Production Planning & Scheduling. Proficiency in Excel, data analysis, and reporting tools. Foundry Process Knowledge. Capacity Planning. Inventory Management This is a great opportunity to build a career in the SAP PP domain. Interested candidates looking to grow in SAP PP are encouraged to apply. This role offers hands-on exposure to real-world SAP PP projects.

Role & responsibilities. Production Planning & Scheduling. Develop and execute daily, weekly, and monthly production plans for foundry operations including melting, molding, core making, and finishing. Optimize furnace utilization, mold line capacity, and manpower allocation to maximize productivity. Coordinate with production, quality, and maintenance teams to ensure adherence to the production schedule. Monitor plan vs actual production and take corrective actions. ERP Implementation & System Integration. Lead or support ERP implementation projects for manufacturing planning modules. Configure and optimize Production Planning (PP) and PP/DS modules. Ensure accurate BOM, routing, and master data setup for foundry products. Work closely with IT and cross-functional teams during ERP rollout, testing, and stabilization. PP/DS Planning. Use PP/DS tools for detailed scheduling, sequencing, and capacity planning. Manage constraints related to furnaces, molding lines, and machining capacities. Inventory & Material Planning. Plan and monitor raw materials such as pig iron, scrap, alloys, sand, and consumables. Ensure optimal inventory levels to support production without excess stock. Coordinate with procurement for timely material availability. Cross-Functional Coordination. Work closely with sales, dispatch, quality, and maintenance teams to align production with customer. requirements. Support new product development planning and trial schedules. Data Analysis & Reporting. Track key KPIs such as on-time delivery, production efficiency, furnace utilization, and plan adherence. Generate planning reports and dashboards using ERP/MIS systems. Identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements. Continuous Improvement. Implement lean manufacturing and planning improvements to enhance productivity. Participate in capacity planning, plant expansion, and process optimization initiatives. Candidates with strong communication skills and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply. Freshers and experienced professionals meeting the above criteria are welcome to apply. Only candidates matching the required skill set and experience level will be considered.