Softworld, a Kelly Company
Production Planning Manager - Industrial Manufacturing - Direct Hire
Softworld, a Kelly Company, Augusta, Georgia, United States, 30910
Production Planning Manager - Industrial Manufacturing Management - Direct Hire
Location: Augusta, GA Direct Hire
We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Manager to lead materials planning and inventory control functions within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring material availability, maintaining accurate inventory, and supporting efficient production flow while leading a small team of materials and inventory professionals. Key Responsibilities Oversee material planning, production scheduling, and inventory control to support timely and accurate product delivery. Lead the release, control, and tracking of shop floor work orders through completion. Proactively resolve material shortages and supplier delivery issues; recommend long-term solutions to strengthen the supply chain. Monitor production, capacity, and inventory reports to ensure proper material flow and alignment with production schedules. Manage supplier relationships and coordinate with engineering, quality, and procurement teams to address material concerns. Supervise and mentor inventory control staff, providing direction, feedback, and support to meet organizational goals. Partner with corporate supply chain and procurement leaders on continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field. 8+ years of experience in materials management, purchasing, or production planning within a manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of production planning, supply chain management, and inventory control best practices. Demonstrated leadership skills with experience supervising teams. APICS/CPIM, Lean, or Six Sigma certification strongly preferred. Proven ability to forecast, strategically plan, and work collaboratively across functions.
This role offers an opportunity to directly impact operations in a growing manufacturing business, with visibility to leadership and room to drive meaningful process improvements.
Location: Augusta, GA Direct Hire
We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Manager to lead materials planning and inventory control functions within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring material availability, maintaining accurate inventory, and supporting efficient production flow while leading a small team of materials and inventory professionals. Key Responsibilities Oversee material planning, production scheduling, and inventory control to support timely and accurate product delivery. Lead the release, control, and tracking of shop floor work orders through completion. Proactively resolve material shortages and supplier delivery issues; recommend long-term solutions to strengthen the supply chain. Monitor production, capacity, and inventory reports to ensure proper material flow and alignment with production schedules. Manage supplier relationships and coordinate with engineering, quality, and procurement teams to address material concerns. Supervise and mentor inventory control staff, providing direction, feedback, and support to meet organizational goals. Partner with corporate supply chain and procurement leaders on continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field. 8+ years of experience in materials management, purchasing, or production planning within a manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of production planning, supply chain management, and inventory control best practices. Demonstrated leadership skills with experience supervising teams. APICS/CPIM, Lean, or Six Sigma certification strongly preferred. Proven ability to forecast, strategically plan, and work collaboratively across functions.
This role offers an opportunity to directly impact operations in a growing manufacturing business, with visibility to leadership and room to drive meaningful process improvements.