Production Planning Analyst Ashland IncProduction Planning AnalystTexas City, TXThe responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following: Use Enterprise Resource Planning software to strategically create and manage achievable production schedules for production units to optimize the use of plant equipment while meeting customer requirements. Improve the organization capacity and capabilities through building collaborative relationships, optimizing diverse talent and utilizing positive communications and influence with others.
Production Planning Manager IntegraProduction Planning ManagerHouston, TXThe Production Planning Manager leads the production planning function and is responsible for developing and maintaining the master production schedule, ensuring production plans are executable, and coordinating the timely flow of materials and work orders through manufacturing. This role manages the Production Planning team and works closely with Manufacturing, Procurement, Engineering, Warehouse, Materials Management, Logistics, and Program Management to ensure on-time delivery, schedule adherence, and efficient production execution.
Production Planning Engineer Amentum Services IncProduction Planning EngineerHouston, TXThe Production Planning Engineer will: Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) for production and processing services (soft goods fabrication, electrical production, event support, testing, etc.), ensuring alignment with program milestones and on-time deliveries. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Production Planning Engineer AmentumProduction Planning EngineerHouston, TexasThe Production Planning Engineer will: Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) for production and processing services (soft goods fabrication, electrical production, event support, testing, etc.), ensuring alignment with program milestones and on-time deliveries. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
NewProduction Planning Engineer MbSolutions IncProduction Planning EngineerHouston, TXThe Production Planning Engineer will: - Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) for production and processing services (soft goods fabrication, electrical production, event support, testing, etc.), ensuring alignment with program milestones and on-time deliveries. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth.
Production Planning Manager GrayWolf Industrial IncProduction Planning ManagerHumble, TXPosition Summary: We are seeking a Production Planning Manager to lead GrayWolf Modular's master scheduling and production planning function across a fast-moving engineered-to-order manufacturing environment. 8+ years of production planning, master scheduling, production control, or materials-planning leadership experience in manufacturing, modular construction, or engineered-to-order environments.
Production Planning Clerk TASProduction Planning ClerkHouston, TexasWhen you join TAS, you join a Houston-headquartered company that is part of a large Houston-headquartered publicly traded company, Comfort Systems USA, with a solid reputation built on outstanding value, integrity, and customer focus. “smoking” and “tobacco or nicotine products” includes, but is not limited to, product such as cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, pipes, vaping, all forms of smokeless tobacco (chewing tobacco, snuff, dip) and clove cigarettes .
Production Planning Clerk Comfort SystemsProduction Planning ClerkHouston, TexasWhen you join TAS, you join a Houston-headquartered company that is part of a large Houston-headquartered publicly traded company, Comfort Systems USA, with a solid reputation built on outstanding value, integrity, and customer focus. “smoking” and “tobacco or nicotine products” includes, but is not limited to, product such as cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, pipes, vaping, all forms of smokeless tobacco (chewing tobacco, snuff, dip) and clove cigarettes .
Production Planning Engineer(A Group MLB._.PP)-Houston,TX Q-Edge Corporation, FoxconnProduction Planning Engineer(A Group MLB._.PP)-Houston,TXHouston, TXFull timeBe responsible for make electronic products SMT or assembly production planning and shipping plan, coordinating cross-departmental resources (HC arrangement/line readiness/material supply), ensuring on-time delivery and improving production capacity efficiency. Familiarity with ERP systems, import and export process,data analysis capabilities for supply balance, and strong execution skills are necessary to drive efficient collaboration between the manufacturing end and the supply chain.
Production Planning Engineer (A Group SCM Building2)-Houston,TX Q-Edge Corporation, FoxconnProduction Planning Engineer (A Group SCM Building2)-Houston,TXHouston, TXFull timeEnsure smooth operation of production processes by effectively managing planning, scheduling, and progess control to meet production targets and shipments deadlines. Directly contribute to planning and execution of US manufacturing projects, from site build up to mass production, gaining hands on experience with global impact.
NewSAP - Production Planning - PP - Discrete Manufacturing - Manager - Consulting - Location OPEN Ernst & Young Global LtdSAP - Production Planning - PP - Discrete Manufacturing - Manager - Consulting - Location OPENHouston, TX$142,600–$261,500 / yearIf you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY's Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at ssc.customersupport@ey.com. Additionally, you will analyze newly implemented technology solutions to ensure they meet business requirements and collaborate with technical teams to design and deliver system architecture solutions.
Production Planning Engineer Axiom Space LLCProduction Planning EngineerHouston, TXSince Axiom Space is a very complex work environment, we are looking for a resilient, high-energy Production Planning Engineer responsible for optimizing production processes by developing schedules, collaborating with work center leadership to optimize build sequencing and resource allocation and ensuring alignment with program milestones and on-time deliveries across Axiom's various production services. Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) across Axiom's programs for production and processing services (soft goods fabrication, electrical production, event support, testing, etc.), ensuring alignment with program milestones and on-time deliveries.
Production Planning Engineer Axiom SpaceProduction Planning EngineerHouston, TexasSince Axiom Space is a very complex work environment, we are looking for a resilient, high-energy Production Planning Engineer responsible for optimizing production processes by developing schedules, collaborating with work center leadership to optimize build sequencing and resource allocation and ensuring alignment with program milestones and on-time deliveries across Axiom’s various production services. Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) across Axiom’s programs for production and processing services (soft goods fabrication, electrical production, event support, testing, etc.), ensuring alignment with program milestones and on-time deliveries.
Production Planning Clerk Comfort Systems USA IncProduction Planning ClerkHouston, TXsmoking" and "tobacco or nicotine products" includes, but is not limited to, products such as cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, pipes, vaping, all forms of smokeless tobacco (chewing tobacco, snuff, dip) and clove cigarettes. When you join TAS, you join a Houston-headquartered company that is part of a large Houston-headquartered publicly traded company, Comfort Systems USA, with a solid reputation built on outstanding value, integrity, and customer focus.
Portfolio Planner / Planning Engineer Talos Energy IncPortfolio Planner / Planning EngineerHouston, TXMaintain a robust database of all New Drill projects in conjunction with Wells, Major Projects, Exploration and Development groups; drive continuous improvement of data governance and project tracking processes. Identify and communicate cross-functional scheduling constraints and work proactively with Wells, Major Projects, Exploration and Development groups to evaluate project investment sequencing and optionality.
Life Sciences Supply Chain and Operations - Supply Chain Planning Consultant Accenture PlcLife Sciences Supply Chain and Operations - Supply Chain Planning ConsultantHouston, TXAccenture is a leading solutions and services company that helps the world's leading enterprises reinvent by building their digital core and unleashing the power of AI to create value at speed across the enterprise, bringing together the talent of our approximately 786,000 people, our proprietary assets and platforms, and deep ecosystem relationships. You will support the implementation of Integrated Business Planning (IBP), demand planning, supply planning, production scheduling, and inventory management capabilities - contributing to reliable product availability within the unique constraints of GMP-compliant, patient-centric supply chains.
Manufacturing Production Planner 3 NAES CorporationManufacturing Production Planner 3Spring, TXRemote$86,800–$100,000 / yearPart timeSoftware/Equipment Knowledge: SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations, Microsoft Project & or Primavera (P6), Microsoft Excel. Maintain accurate master data in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations).
NewProduction Planner (G-Project) - Foxconn Industrial Internet FIIProduction Planner (G-Project) - Foxconn Industrial InternetHouston, TexasActing as the primary liaison between customers and internal departments, this role supports efficient production planning, effective order management, and high levels of customer satisfaction while contributing to overall operational performance and continuous improvement. The Production Planner is responsible for planning and coordinating production schedules, customer orders, and shipping activities to ensure products are delivered on time and in accordance with customer requirements.
Practice Builder - Transportation Planning Kimley-HornPractice Builder - Transportation PlanningPearland, TexasLead project outreach activities including guiding the direction of public engagement, giving presentations, meeting with community members, businesses, and organizations to explain the project scope, impacts, benefits, mitigations, etc. Manage projects profitably, transition work to qualified staff, grow and mentor staff, help recruit, and be a positive role model.
Connected Supply Chain, Planning - Kinaxis, Senior Associate PricewaterhouseCoopers LLPConnected Supply Chain, Planning - Kinaxis, Senior AssociateTX$77,000–$202,000 / yearDemonstrates thorough abilities and/or a proven record of success as a team leader including: • Understanding of capabilities of Kinaxis planning and control tower tools; • Understanding the components of a demand planning process including: maintenance of demand data, statistical forecast, customer input process, internal input process, execution; • Planning demand and supply for CPG manufacturing, Industrial Products, Paper and Pulp and Pharma Life Science; • Managing Inventory management including tiered inventory levels and cost optimization with respect to customer service performance; • Optimizing of supply plans consistent with overall corporate objectives; • Understanding key performance indicators, roles and responsibilities and tools that support sales and operations planning processes (S&OP); • Assessing current supply planning processes and systems, and identifying opportunities to improve fulfillment of the demand plans while achieving inventory objectives across the tactical and strategic horizons; • Developing and implementing of supply chain network planning, material planning and capacity planning optimization (Processes/People/Systems); • Understanding and executing global inventory management. Demonstrates thorough abilities and/or a proven record of success in: • Designing and implementing Kinaxis technology to drive measurable results in industry or consulting environments; • Understanding demand planning and forecast development, impact of forecast accuracy on inventory levels, manufacturing costs, transportation costs, warehousing costs and customer service; • Demonstrating ability to present complex supply optimization analytics in simple supply chain cost and performance terms; • Demonstrating experience in quantitative analytical and problem-solving skills in addition to critical thinking and the ability to manage details in context of the overall supply chain performance.
Production Planner Halma PlcProduction PlannerHouston, TXThis role is critical to implementing a structured Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) process, improving schedule stability, and supporting Lean manufacturing principles in a high-mix, low-volume regulated environment. We have successfully addressed the need for minimally invasive, posterior, lateral and anterior surgical approaches to the spine, and have introduced access instrumentation for neurological, orthopedic and cardiothoracic procedures.
Material/Production Planner Axiom Space LLCMaterial/Production PlannerHouston, TXSince Axiom Space is a very complex work environment, we are looking for a resilient, high-energy Material/Production Planner responsible for optimizing production processes by maintaining the Master Production Schedule to ensure alignment with program milestones and on-time deliveries across Axiom's various production services. Maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) across Axiom's programs for production and processing services (soft goods fabrication, electrical production, event support, testing, etc.), ensuring alignment with program milestones and on-time deliveries.
Material/Production Planner Axiom SpaceMaterial/Production PlannerHouston, TexasSince Axiom Space is a very complex work environment, we are looking for a resilient, high-energy Material/Production Planner responsible for optimizing production processes by maintaining the Master Production Schedule to ensure alignment with program milestones and on-time deliveries across Axiom’s various production services. Maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) across Axiom’s programs for production and processing services (soft goods fabrication, electrical production, event support, testing, etc.), ensuring alignment with program milestones and on-time deliveries.
NewResource Planning Coordinator - Houston, TX PulteGroup IncResource Planning Coordinator - Houston, TXHouston, TXHeadquartered in vibrant Atlanta, Georgia, and operating in over 45 markets nationwide, we're proud to build homes through our trusted family of brands-including Innovative Construction Group, Centex, Pulte Homes, Del Webb, DiVosta Homes, American West, and John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods, Pulte Mortgage, PGP Title, Pulte Insurance Agency -all united under the PulteGroup name. No fee will be owing or paid to Recruiters who submit unsolicited candidates, in the event the candidate is hired by PulteGroup, Inc. or its affiliates as a result of the referral, without a written agreement between PulteGroup, Inc. and through any means other than via our Applicant Tracking System.
Production Planner Coastline Resource LLCProduction PlannerBaytown, TXResponsible for developing and maintaining production schedules to support manufacturing goals, optimize resources, and ensure timely completion of customer orders. Strong background in fleet and logistics management, including vehicle maintenance coordination, regulatory compliance, transportation planning, and resource allocation to support operational efficiency.
Demand Planning Lead - Repair & Maintenance Weatherford International PlcDemand Planning Lead - Repair & MaintenanceHouston, TXThe Demand Planning Lead will be responsible for the development, approval, quality and accuracy of the SKU & Asset level forecast for all products under multiple product lines; Managed Pressure Drilling, Drilling Services, Tubular Running Services, Wireline Services, and Intervention Services & Drilling Tools. This role is also accountable for advancing demand planning maturity through the integration of asset-based planning, Make-to-Stock (MTS) / Make-to-Order (MTO) strategies, Service BOM frameworks, and structured planning cadence to ensure alignment between operational demand, material requirements, and financial forecasts.
Production Planner/Scheduler Sanmina CorpProduction Planner/SchedulerHouston, TXRecognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Job Purpose: The Production Planner is responsible for production planning and coordinates production workflow for multiple products while prioritizing operations to ensure maximum performance and minimum delay.
Production Planner Alltex Staffing & PersonnelProduction PlannerBaytown, TexasThis role is responsible for developing, coordinating, and managing production schedules to ensure efficient workflow, on‑time processing, and smooth operational performance. We are seeking an experienced Production Planner to support daily operations within a busy pipe yard.
Sr. Production Planner I Comfort SystemsSr. Production Planner IHouston, Texassmoking” and “tobacco or nicotine products” includes, but is not limited to, products such as cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, pipes, vaping, all forms of smokeless tobacco (chewing tobacco, snuff, dip) and clove cigarettes. When you join TAS, you join a Houston-headquartered company that is part of a large Houston-headquartered publicly traded company, Comfort Systems USA, with a solid reputation built on outstanding value, integrity, and customer focus.
Sr. Production Planner I TASSr. Production Planner IHouston, Texassmoking” and “tobacco or nicotine products” includes, but is not limited to, products such as cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, pipes, vaping, all forms of smokeless tobacco (chewing tobacco, snuff, dip) and clove cigarettes. When you join TAS, you join a Houston-headquartered company that is part of a large Houston-headquartered publicly traded company, Comfort Systems USA, with a solid reputation built on outstanding value, integrity, and customer focus.
Sr. Production Planner I Comfort Systems USA IncSr. Production Planner IHouston, TXsmoking" and "tobacco or nicotine products" includes, but is not limited to, products such as cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, pipes, vaping, all forms of smokeless tobacco (chewing tobacco, snuff, dip) and clove cigarettes. When you join TAS, you join a Houston-headquartered company that is part of a large Houston-headquartered publicly traded company, Comfort Systems USA, with a solid reputation built on outstanding value, integrity, and customer focus.
Production Planner TASProduction PlannerHouston, TexasThe role of this position is to ensure on-time delivery of the product by coordinating the activities of Production, Engineering and Purchasing toward the common goal of on-time product delivery and to verify that all needed information and materials are available prior to releasing the order for manufacturing. When you join TAS, you join a Houston-headquartered company that is part of a large Houston-headquartered publicly traded company, Comfort Systems USA, with a solid reputation built on outstanding value, integrity, and customer focus.
Planning Maintenance Analyst Addison GroupPlanning Maintenance AnalystHouston, Texas$78,000–$98,000 / yearOfficial JD: Position Summary: Provides support for the maintenance division through the organization, collection, compilation, formatting and presentation of key performance indicators to advise business decisions and assess the organization’s progress relating to the division and department goals. • Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve moderate to complex issues reported by end- users via research, testing and scenario re-creation as it relates to Maximo and Power BI; create and execute, functions to support business operations.
Principal Software Architect - Upstream Planning Quorum SoftwarePrincipal Software Architect - Upstream PlanningHouston, TX$155,000–$225,000 / yearFrom emerging companies to supermajors, throughout every region of the globe, customers rely on Quorum's proven innovation and unmatched global expertise to streamline business operations and make data-driven decisions that optimize profitability and growth. This leader works hands-on across product, engineering, security, and cloud operations teams to reduce complexity, accelerate delivery, and converge the portfolio toward a consistent, cloud-native target state.
NewProduction Planner Parker Hannifin CorpProduction PlannerHouston, TXEngineered Polymer Systems (EPS) Division designs and manufactures engineered elastomeric, polymeric and plastic seals and sealing systems for dynamic applications. This role is subject to compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), which requires the incumbent to be either a US citizen, lawful permanent resident ["green card" holders] or have refugee or asylee status).
Senior Production Planner Flowserve CorpSenior Production PlannerHouston, TXWe support 10,000+ customers worldwide, creating products to meet the needs of our customers who are supplying energy, fresh water, pharmaceuticals and other essentials to consumers, businesses and governments globally. Responsibilities: Plan production schedules based on customer order requirements and working closely in extensive collaborations with Sales, Engineering, Procurement, and Manufacturing departments.
Planning and Scheduling Manager TASPlanning and Scheduling ManagerHouston, TexasThis position operates as a control tower for planning and scheduling activities, coordinating across Production, Warehouse, Project Management, Purchasing, Engineering, and Configuration Control to ensure accurate demand signals, executable schedules, and material readiness. When you join TAS, you join a Houston-headquartered company that is part of a large Houston-headquartered publicly traded company, Comfort Systems USA, with a solid reputation built on outstanding value, integrity, and customer focus.
Production Planner Million AirProduction PlannerHouston, TXThis role serves as a key liaison between maintenance teams, flight operations, and external vendors, ensuring all maintenance events are proactively planned, properly resourced, and executed within established timelines. The Aircraft Maintenance Planner is responsible for the strategic planning, coordination, and scheduling of aircraft maintenance activities to ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.
Planning and Scheduling Manager Comfort Systems USA IncPlanning and Scheduling ManagerHouston, TXThis position operates as a control tower for planning and scheduling activities, coordinating across Production, Warehouse, Project Management, Purchasing, Engineering, and Configuration Control to ensure accurate demand signals, executable schedules, and material readiness. When you join TAS, you join a Houston-headquartered company that is part of a large Houston-headquartered publicly traded company, Comfort Systems USA, with a solid reputation built on outstanding value, integrity, and customer focus.
Production Control Analyst Applied Optoelectronics, Inc.Production Control AnalystSugar Land, TXApplied Optoelectronics, Inc. (AOI) is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced optical and HFC networking products — the building blocks that power AI datacenters, CATV broadband, telecom, and fiber access networks around the world. With R&D operations in Atlanta, GA and global manufacturing presence in Taiwan and China, AOI is publicly traded on the Nasdaq (AAOI) and is actively expanding its U.S.-based manufacturing operations in Sugar Land to meet accelerating demand in the AI datacenter market.
Production Planner/Buyer BrayProduction Planner/BuyerHouston, TexasProduction Planner/Buyer is a highly visible position of executing stock replenishment, reviewing inventory controls, planning/scheduling work orders and sales orders, special order procurement requirements, and open order management processes to deliver essential purchasing services to internal customers and ultimately the end user. Founded in 1986 Bray International is a global leader in industrial valves, actuators, and control products, delivering innovative flow control solutions to customers in more than 40 countries.
NewMaster Production Scheduler Dover CorpMaster Production SchedulerHouston, TXOur strong Company portfolio is comprised of long products and services offered under Cook Compression, Cook Mechanical Field Services, Waukesha Bearings, Waukesha Magnetic Bearings, Inpro/Seal, Bearings Plus, and FW Murphy Production Controls. Dover Precision Components delivers products and services that enhance performance, improve safety, reduce carbon emissions, and accelerate clean energy adoption, through collaborative Customer relationships, expert engineering, and an innovative culture.
Planning and Scheduling Manager Comfort SystemsPlanning and Scheduling ManagerHouston, TexasThis position operates as a control tower for planning and scheduling activities, coordinating across Production, Warehouse, Project Management, Purchasing, Engineering, and Configuration Control to ensure accurate demand signals, executable schedules, and material readiness. When you join TAS, you join a Houston-headquartered company that is part of a large Houston-headquartered publicly traded company, Comfort Systems USA, with a solid reputation built on outstanding value, integrity, and customer focus.
Project Management Planning (Lead Supply Planner) US Based Honeywell International IncProject Management Planning (Lead Supply Planner) US BasedHouston, TXAs a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments powered by our Honeywell Forge software that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable. We are a leading software-industrial company committed to introducing state-of-the-art technology solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high growth businesses in broad-based, attractive industrial end markets.
Senior Production & Material Planner Gutor ElectronicSenior Production & Material PlannerHouston, TexasThe position requires strong expertise in SAP and advanced Excel, and plays a key role in driving schedule adherence, managing risks, and ensuring on-time delivery through cross-functional coordination. This role is focused primarly on production planning and supporting material planning, ensuring alignment between project schedules, capacity, and material availability.
Production Scheduler PanelmaticProduction SchedulerConroe, TXThis role coordinates with various departments including procurement, production, engineering, and Project Management to meet customer demands, minimize downtime, and optimize resource utilization. We have produced control packages for many of America's top corporations in the chemical, environmental, food, pulp and paper, rubber, petroleum, pharmaceutical, glass, metals, and utilities industries.
NewS&OP Master Planner AGT Operational Planning Siemens Energy AGS&OP Master Planner AGT Operational PlanningHouston, TXIn a dynamic environment with changing inputs and global dependencies, you will play a key role in aligning stakeholders, surfacing risks early, and enabling practical, executable plans that support customer commitments and business performance. You will work with cross-functional teams from multiple locations to balance evolving customer demand with individual capacity and operational constraints (engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing).
Production Planner Comfort SystemsProduction PlannerHouston, Texassmoking” and “tobacco or nicotine products” includes, but is not limited to, products such as cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, pipes, vaping, all forms of smokeless tobacco (chewing tobacco, snuff, dip) and clove cigarettes. POSITION OVERVIEW: The role of this position is to ensure on-time delivery of the product by coordinating the activities of Production, Engineering and Purchasing toward the common goal of on-time product delivery and to verify that all needed information and materials are available prior to releasing the order for manufacturing.
New Product Develop Production Planner - Sperry Drilling Halliburton CoNew Product Develop Production Planner - Sperry DrillingHouston, TXThe technology new product development production planner is responsible for supporting technology new product development teams with material planning activities including scheduling, order management, and daily materials and assembly execution activities within the technology environment. Production Planning & Scheduling | Manufacturing Operations | Inventory Management | Material Flow Coordination | ERP Systems & Data Management | Forecasting & MRP Support | Cross-Functional Collaboration | Continuous Improvement | Problem Solving & Execution.
Production Planner Comfort Systems USA IncProduction PlannerHouston, TXsmoking" and "tobacco or nicotine products" includes, but is not limited to, products such as cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, pipes, vaping, all forms of smokeless tobacco (chewing tobacco, snuff, dip) and clove cigarettes. POSITION OVERVIEW: The role of this position is to ensure on-time delivery of the product by coordinating the activities of Production, Engineering and Purchasing toward the common goal of on-time product delivery and to verify that all needed information and materials are available prior to releasing the order for manufacturing.