Manufacturing Production Analyst

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• Hayward, CA, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 2 Year Degree, Salary Range: $35.00 - $40.00Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Strategy
• Planning, Job Purpose: The Production Planning Assistant at Montague Supports day-to-day production planning and scheduling activities under established planning rules and priorities. Hands-on, execution-focused role responsible for production order creation, paperwork generation, and data accuracy Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Create, update, and maintain production orders in the ERP system. Create production orders for released sales orders in the ERP system based on established planning rules and priorities. Close completed production orders for finished units and parts in the ERP system in accordance with established procedures. Generate, review, and print standard production paperwork (travelers, drawings, and work orders) to support shop floor execution. Assist with maintaining production schedules under guidance and established priorities. Monitor material availability and identify potential shortages or issues for escalation. Track production order status and update dates, quantities, and order statuses as needed. Coordinate with Production, Purchasing, Stores and Engineering to support on-time execution. Ensure production paperwork is accurate, complete, and released on time to the shop floor. Support inventory accuracy through proper production order setup and maintenance. Assist with implementing engineering changes, drawing revisions, and updates as directed. Use Excel and Power BI to support basic reporting, tracking, and operational visibility. Maintain accurate planning data, reports, and documentation. Follow established planning SOPs, data control processes, and ERP best practices Qualifications: Education and/or Work Experience Requirements: Strong analytical skills with the ability to work with data and identify trends or issues. Attention to detail Excellent communication abilities Proficiency in relevant software tools Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (filters, formulas, basic data analysis). Preferred Experience: Familiarity with lean manufacturing and processes Experience with ERP systems, specifically Microsoft Business Central, F&O, and Dynamics 365 Expert in Excel and Power BI reporting Physical Requirements: Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards. Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards Working Conditions: Business office setting 50% and production/manufacturing setting 50% Sitting 50 % Standing 25%/ Walking 25 % Vision – The ability to see details at close range within a few feet of the observer Ability to work a standard 40-hour work week, but overtime may be necessary to meet deadlines or quotas