Factory Production Planner - North Coast
Dixie Recruitment · KwaZulu-Natal
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- In the dynamic world of textile manufacturing, the ability to coordinate production seamlessly and ensure timely delivery directly impacts a company's reputation and success. Our client, an established player in the production, manufacturing, and textile industries, is seeking a skilled Factory Production Planner to join their dedicated team in KwaZulu-Natal. This role offers an opportunity to lead end-to-end planning activities, optimise workflow, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that elevate operational efficiency.
Where You'll Make an Impact
- Check production markers received from Head Office and distribute approved markers to the Cutting Department
- Prepare and maintain the weekly production schedule, tracking all order statuses with precision
- Collaborate with the Factory Manager to review daily production performance and optimise workflow across lines
- Provide weekly updates on production priorities, progress, and workflow requirements to the Group Production Manager
- Compile and communicate daily production results from all departments
- Monitor order progress, ensuring adherence to delivery dates and resolving any constraints
- Prepare and submit production reports, efficiency statistics, and performance updates to management
- Serve as the main point of contact for factory-related queries about patterns, markers, and specifications
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and maintain an efficient manufacturing process
- Track performance against plan, escalating deviations that may impact delivery timelines
- Support initiatives aimed at improving production efficiency and resource utilisation
- Create and update CMT production orders within the factory planning system, ensuring BOM accuracy
- Receive and verify production packs, prepare technical documentation, and coordinate pre-production activities
- Issue approved markers to the Cutting Room and coordinate all pre-production and bulk requirements
- Act as liaison for technical queries, ensuring clear communication between the factory, clients, and technical teams
- Monitor weekly schedules and track order progress, highlighting risks or delays
- Ensure all pre-production samples are processed and files are maintained correctly
- Schedule orders into production and follow up on shortages, delays, or technical issues
- Manage product stock codes where applicable, providing ongoing status updates to stakeholders
- Maintain accurate production records and documentation for reporting and audits
- Manage BOMs within Syspro, ensuring data accuracy and completeness
- Oversee QDocs workflow, ensuring proper documentation and system updates
- Review and verify Bills of Materials prior to job releases
- Escalate system, documentation, or process issues impacting production timelines
Requirements
- Proven experience in technical planning and production scheduling within garment or clothing manufacturing
- Strong understanding of end-to-end clothing production processes
- Proficiency in ERP systems, particularly Syspro, and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
- Ability to develop and maintain detailed production plans
- Skilled in resource management, workflow optimisation, and forecasting
- Ability to meet strict delivery deadlines and manage multiple priorities
- Excellent communication and coordination skills
- Analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities
Familiarity with the following
- Garment production knowledge
- Resource management and process optimisation
- End-to-end clothing manufacturing workflows
- Forecasting techniques in production planning