Production Planner — Dallas, TX at PPG

About the Team

PPG: We Protect and Beautify the World™. Through leadership in innovation, sustainability, and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets enhance more surfaces in more ways than any other company.

The PPG Way 2030 guides our culture: we are customer champions who listen and move fast; we act with purpose and speed using data-driven solutions; we are excellent operators who take ownership and drive continuous improvement; we compete to win with ambition and agility; and we are PPG proud, working safely with integrity while valuing diverse perspectives.

About the Role

The Production Planner supports manufacturing operations within PPG's Aerospace business. You will sit onsite at our Dallas, TX facility, reporting to the Coating Supervisor. In this role, you will prepare and maintain detailed production schedules aligned with demand requirements, plant capacity, and material availability. Your day-to-day involves monitoring actual production figures against plans, identifying variances, and implementing schedule adjustments in response to constraints or demand changes. You will also support production meetings by providing schedule updates and ensuring all planning activities align with quality, safety, and manufacturing standards.

Hiring Process

PPG uses AI in the hiring process to make the recruitment process more efficient; however, AI tools do not make hiring decisions. For more information, visit our candidate resources page.

Equal Opportunity

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We embrace the ideas and diversity of others and offer an environment for continuous learning. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.

If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com. We value your feedback on our recruiting process and encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com to share your experience.

Work location

Work model: On-site

4912, Worth Street, Dallas, Dallas County, Texas, 75214, United States

Dallas, Texas

Key Responsibilities

check_circlePerform pack planning and bulk planning based on production requirements
check_circleMonitor actual production figures versus planned schedules and identify variances
check_circleImplement schedule adjustments in response to constraints, shortages, or demand changes
check_circleSupport production meetings by providing schedule updates and production data
check_circleEnsure planning activities align with quality, safety, and manufacturing standards
check_circleMaintain accurate production planning records and reports for continuous improvement
check_circlePrepare detailed production schedules aligned with demand, capacity, and material availability

Requirements

verifiedBachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred
verifiedWorking understanding of MRP systems
verifiedProficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis
verifiedFamiliarity with ERP systems used in manufacturing environments
verifiedU.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, political asylees, or refuges only
verifiedMust have or be eligible to obtain security clearance

Nice to Have

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field

Benefits & Perks

check_circleHealth, Dental, Life, and Retirement Plancheck_circlePaid Vacation and Holidayscheck_circleEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)check_circleDisability/Leave and Family LeaveVoluntary benefit offerings

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: MRP Systems, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Erp Systems.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Frequently asked questions about Production Planner, Entry at PPG

What does a Production Planner, Entry at PPG do?expand_more

In this Production Planner, Entry at PPG role, you will perform pack planning and bulk planning based on production requirements; monitor actual production figures versus planned schedules and identify variances; implement schedule adjustments in response to constraints, shortages, or demand changes; and support production meetings by providing schedule updates and production data.

What are the requirements for this Production Planner, Entry role?expand_more

PPG is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred; Working understanding of MRP systems; Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis; Familiarity with ERP systems used in manufacturing environments; U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, political asylees, or refuges only; and Must have or be eligible to obtain security clearance.

Where is the Production Planner, Entry role at PPG located?expand_more

Production Planner, Entry at PPG is based in 4912, Worth Street, Dallas, Dallas County, Texas, 75214, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Production Planner, Entry job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

PPG has listed this Production Planner, Entry role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Production Planner, Entry role?expand_more

Candidates for Production Planner, Entry at PPG should have entry level.

What skills do you need for the Production Planner, Entry role at PPG?expand_more

Key skills for Production Planner, Entry at PPG include MRP Systems; Microsoft Excel; Data Analysis; and Erp Systems.

What education is required for Production Planner, Entry at PPG?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field preferred.

What category does the Production Planner, Entry role belong to?expand_more

Production Planner, Entry at PPG is part of the manufacturing job category on Recrutus.

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