Planning Engineer

Role Overview

Planning Engineer at Matar Al Baqmi Holding Company. The Planning Engineer is responsible for production planning, scheduling, and coordination of manufacturing activities related to HVAC coil products, including chilled water coils, condenser coils, and evaporator coils. The role ensures optimal use of resources, on-time delivery, and alignment between sales, procurement, and production teams.

Role Purpose

To develop and execute production plans that optimize resource utilization, meet delivery commitments, and coordinate manufacturing activities across sales, procurement, and production functions for HVAC coil manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Develop daily, weekly, and monthly production plans based on sales orders and forecasts.
• Create detailed production schedules for coil manufacturing processes, including fin pressing, tube expansion, brazing, and testing.
• Ensure efficient machine loading and manpower utilization.
• Adjust plans based on priority orders, delays, or material shortages.

Material Requirement Planning

• Analyze Bill of Materials (BOM) for HVAC coils.
• Coordinate with procurement to ensure timely availability of raw materials, including copper tubes, aluminum fins, and headers.
• Monitor inventory levels and avoid overstocking or shortages.
• Track lead times and update planning parameters accordingly.

Coordination & Communication

• Liaise with sales team regarding order priorities and delivery commitments.
• Coordinate with production supervisors to ensure adherence to schedules.
• Work closely with procurement, quality, and logistics teams.
• Provide regular updates on production status and delays.

Capacity Planning

• Evaluate production capacity versus demand.
• Identify bottlenecks in coil manufacturing processes.
• Recommend solutions such as overtime, outsourcing, or process improvements.
• Support expansion planning and equipment utilization analysis.

Monitoring & Reporting

• Track key performance indicators including on-time delivery (OTD), production efficiency, and plan versus actual output.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly planning reports.
• Analyze deviations and implement corrective actions.

Process Improvement

• Identify inefficiencies in planning and production workflows.
• Support lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Improve scheduling accuracy and reduce lead times.
• Participate in ERP/MRP system improvements.

Documentation & Systems

• Maintain accurate planning data in ERP system.
• Update routings, work centers, and production parameters.
• Ensure proper documentation of production plans and revisions.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in manufacturing planning, preferably in HVAC or heat exchangers.
• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems.
• Good understanding of HVAC coil manufacturing processes.

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills.
• Strong communication abilities.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.