Production Planning Section Head

Industry: Steel Fabrication – Pressure Vessels

Job Purpose:

To develop, monitor, and control production schedules for the fabrication of pressure vessels to ensure timely delivery, optimal resource utilization, and adherence to quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:
• Develop detailed production plans and schedules based on customer orders, project timelines, and available capacity.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and manufacturing teams to ensure alignment on job priorities and material availability.
• Monitor and adjust production schedules to accommodate changes in demand, delays, or resource constraints.
• Prepare and issue job orders and fabrication schedules to the workshop teams.
• Ensure that welding, machining, assembly, and testing processes are properly sequenced and scheduled.
• Track progress of jobs in real-time and report delays or deviations to stakeholders.
• Work closely with quality control and safety departments to ensure compliance with ASME, ISO, or applicable codes and standards.
• Optimize use of raw materials, workforce, and equipment to minimize waste and reduce lead times.
• Analyze production data and generate reports for management regarding performance, efficiency, and delivery compliance.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing activities.