Job Description

Dear Candidates,

We are seeking a Planning Engineer to manage and optimize project scheduling, production planning, and resource allocation across our GRP manufacturing operations. The candidate must have hands-on experience with ERPNext or similar ERP planning software. Planning using Excel alone will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities / Job Roles

Project Scheduling & Planning

Develop and maintain detailed project schedules for production, materials, and delivery timelines using ERPNext or similar software. Track project milestones and deadlines to ensure timely delivery of GRP products. Update schedules dynamically based on project progress, resource availability, and customer requirements.

Resource & Capacity Planning

Plan and allocateresources (manpower, machinery, and materials

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efficiently to meet production targets. Identify bottlenecks and propose solutions to optimize workflow and capacity utilization.

ERP System Management

Maintain accurate planning and scheduling data in ERPNext or similar ERP systems. Generate progress dashboards, reports, and KPIs to support management decisions. Ensure all data entered in ERP is up-to-date, accurate, and reflects real-time production status.

Coordination & Communication

Work closely with production, procurement, design, quality, and project teams to align schedules and resolve conflicts. Communicate delays, risks, or changes in schedules proactively to management and clients. Support project meetings by providing planning insights and status updates.

Risk & Issue Management

Identify potential project delays or resource shortages and implement mitigation plans. Perform what-if analysis in ERP systems to forecast impacts of changes on schedules.

Reporting & Documentation

Prepare weekly/monthly reports on project progress, material usage, and capacity utilization. Maintain planning-related documentation for audits, client reviews, and management reporting.

Continuous Improvement

Recommend and implement process improvements in project planning and scheduling. Ensure ERP system is used to its full potential to improve planning accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering. Minimum 5 to 6 years' experience in project planning/scheduling in GRP, fiberglass, manufacturing, or construction. Mandatory: Hands-on experience with ERPNext or similar ERP planning software. Knowledge of Primavera P6 / MS Project is a plus. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and team coordination abilities.
Job Type: Full-time