{"id":11763,"date":"2026-07-05T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-05T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hiregroup.net\/jobs\/job\/production-planner-durban-3\/"},"modified":"2026-07-21T23:16:14","modified_gmt":"2026-07-21T23:16:14","slug":"production-planner-durban-3","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/hiregroup.net\/jobs\/job\/production-planner-durban-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Production Planner – Durban"},"content":{"rendered":"

Are you an efficient Production Planner<\/strong> looking to optimise operations in the plastics industry? Hire Group is partnering with a top Durban-based manufacturing enterprise specialising in the design and production of high-quality rigid plastic packaging. We are seeking a meticulous Production Planner to play a critical role in ensuring efficient production scheduling, precise material planning, and consistent on-time delivery.<\/p>\n

About the Role<\/h2>\n

The Production Planner sits at the heart of our client’s manufacturing operations, acting as the vital link between sales demand and shop-floor execution. In this fast-paced environment, the Production Planner will utilise advanced scheduling techniques to minimise waste and maximise output.<\/p>\n

Key Responsibilities<\/h2>\n
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  • Develop and maintain comprehensive daily and weekly production schedules for the manufacturing plant.<\/li>\n
  • Monitor inventory levels of raw materials to ensure uninterrupted rigid plastic production.<\/li>\n
  • Coordinate with the procurement team to schedule timely material deliveries and prevent stockouts.<\/li>\n
  • Analyse production capacity and machine availability to optimise workflow and reduce idle time.<\/li>\n
  • Liaise seamlessly between the sales and operations departments to align production with client orders.<\/li>\n
  • Track production progress against targets and proactively address any manufacturing bottlenecks.<\/li>\n
  • Ensure all planning activities comply with the organisation’s strict quality and safety standards.<\/li>\n
  • Generate detailed production reports and forecast models for senior management review.<\/li>\n
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to streamline manufacturing processes.<\/li>\n
  • Manage and resolve any discrepancies in production data within the ERP system.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Minimum Requirements<\/h2>\n
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    • National Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or Industrial Engineering.<\/li>\n
    • A minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience as a production planner within a fast-moving manufacturing environment.<\/li>\n
    • Specific experience in the plastics packaging or rigid plastics industry is highly advantageous.<\/li>\n
    • Proficiency in using advanced ERP and production scheduling software (e.g., SAP, SYSPRO).<\/li>\n
    • Solid understanding of lean manufacturing principles and inventory management techniques.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Skills & Competencies<\/h2>\n
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      • Exceptional organisational and time-management skills.<\/li>\n
      • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to resolve scheduling conflicts rapidly.<\/li>\n
      • Excellent communication skills to facilitate cross-departmental collaboration.<\/li>\n
      • High level of accuracy and meticulous attention to detail.<\/li>\n
      • Ability to remain calm and make effective decisions under pressure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        What We Offer<\/h2>\n
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        • A competitive salary package of R25,000 – R27,000 per month.<\/li>\n
        • Stable employment within a leading, resilient manufacturing sector.<\/li>\n
        • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within the operations team.<\/li>\n
        • A collaborative and supportive work environment in Durban.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Ready to streamline success in a premier manufacturing environment? Send your CV to apply@hiregroup.net<\/strong> and let Hire Group connect you with this exciting Production Planner opportunity today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":93,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","template":"","job_listing_type":[67],"job_listing_category":[337],"job_listing_location":[367],"job_listing_tag":[],"class_list":["post-11763","job_listing","type-job_listing","status-publish","hentry","job_listing_type-full-time","job_listing_category-supply-chain","job_listing_location-durban","is-featured"],"metas":{"_job_category":{"337":"Supply Chain"},"_job_type":{"67":"Full Time"},"_job_tag":[],"_job_apply_type":"with_email","_job_apply_email":"apply@hiregroup.net","_job_salary_type":"monthly","_job_salary":"R25,000 - R27,000 \/ month","_job_experience":"","_job_career_level":"","_job_qualification":"","_job_video_url":"","_job_application_deadline_date":"","_job_location":{"367":"Durban"},"_job_map_location":{"address":"Durban","latitude":"-29.8587","longitude":"31.0218"},"_job_logo":"https:\/\/hiregroup.net\/jobs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/hire-group-favi-h-sq-120x120.png","_job_employer_name":"Hire Group","_job_employer_url":"https:\/\/hiregroup.net\/jobs\/employer\/hire-group\/"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/hiregroup.net\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing\/11763","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/hiregroup.net\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/hiregroup.net\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/job_listing"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hiregroup.net\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/93"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hiregroup.net\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11763"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/hiregroup.net\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11763"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"job_listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hiregroup.net\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_type?post=11763"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hiregroup.net\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_category?post=11763"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_location","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hiregroup.net\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_location?post=11763"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hiregroup.net\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_tag?post=11763"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}