Production Planner

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our Program Management and Operations team. In this role, you will serve as a key link between Program Management, Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Logistics to ensure efficient material flow and production execution from customer order entry through final shipment.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for production planning, capacity management, material readiness, and inventory optimization within a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment. This role requires strong analytical skills, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to balance customer demand with manufacturing capacity to support New Product Introduction (NPI) and mass production programs.

Location: San Jose, CA

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production plans and schedules to support customer demand, manufacturing capacity, and material availability.
• Apply Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) principles, including demand planning, supply planning, and capacity planning, to support operational objectives.
• Analyze customer forecasts, production requirements, and capacity constraints to ensure timely execution of manufacturing schedules.
• Collaborate with Program Management, Procurement, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Logistics teams to ensure production readiness and on-time delivery.
• Create, maintain, and update production planning data, reports, and key performance metrics.
• Maintain SAP master data, including Bills of Materials (BOMs), production recipes, planning parameters, and material planning files.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities by coordinating material planning, production readiness, and engineering change implementation.
• Monitor material availability and identify shortages, excess inventory, and potential supply chain risks.
• Develop recommendations to address production bottlenecks, capacity constraints, and workforce planning requirements.
• Manage inventory levels to support production requirements while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
• Coordinate engineering changes, material substitutions, and production schedule adjustments as required.
• Generate and analyze reports related to production performance, inventory status, delivery metrics, and planning effectiveness.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve planning accuracy, operational efficiency, and inventory management.
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings and discussions to resolve planning, supply, and production issues.
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements, quality standards, and internal operational procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of production planning, demand planning, capacity planning, inventory management, and supply chain processes.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas, and data analysis.
• Experience using SAP ERP systems for planning and inventory management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on data accuracy and process discipline.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, MRP, ERP systems, and SIOP processes preferred.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in Production Planning, Supply Chain, Materials Planning, Procurement, or Manufacturing Operations.
• Experience in electronics manufacturing, EMS, PCBA, SMT, or high-volume manufacturing environments is strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting NPI programs and production ramp activities is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications/Expectations

• Experience supporting server, networking, AI, or data center products.
• Familiarity with PCBA, SMT, and system assembly manufacturing processes.
• Experience with demand forecasting and production capacity modeling.
• Knowledge of inventory control, logistics, and material flow management.
• Mandarin language proficiency is a plus.
• Occasional weekend support.

Shift or Schedule Details

Permanent Full Time, Exempt Status

Benefits
PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan. PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws.  

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) 
PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply. 

Americans Disabilities Act (ADA) 
The physical and mental requirements described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. 

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