Production Clerk​/Production Planner

Industry: Cosmetic Manufacturing (GMP Environment)

The Production Clerk / Production Planner supports daily manufacturing operations by coordinating production schedules, maintaining accurate production records, and ensuring materials, labor, and equipment are aligned to meet production goals. This role plays a critical part in maintaining compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) while supporting efficient, on-time production of cosmetic products.

• Create and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on demand forecasts and inventory levels
• Coordinate production plans with Manufacturing, Quality, Warehouse, and Purchasing teams
• Adjust schedules to address material availability, equipment downtime, or priority changes

• Prepare and issue batch records, work orders, and production documentation
• Enter and maintain accurate production data in ERP/MRP systems
• Track production output, yields, labor hours, and variances
• File and maintain controlled documents in compliance with GMP standards

• Monitor raw material and packaging availability to support production schedules
• Communicate shortages or discrepancies to Purchasing and Warehouse teams
• Assist with material requisitions, staging, and reconciliation

• Ensure all production documentation is completed accurately and in real time
• Support internal and external audits by providing production records and reports
• Follow all SOPs, safety procedures, and quality requirements

• Serve as a liaison between Production, Quality Assurance, Warehouse, and Planning
• Participate in production meetings and provide schedule updates
• Report production delays, issues, and completed runs to management

• 1–3 years of experience in manufacturing, production planning, or clerical support
• Experience in cosmetic, pharmaceutical, food, or GMP-regulated manufacturing preferred

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is required
• Familiarity with GMP regulations and controlled documentation
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Net Suite, or similar)
• Strong organizational, documentation, and data entry skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic reporting
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

• Strong attention to detail
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Effective problem-solving and time-management abilities
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally
• Combination of manufacturing floor and office environment
• Exposure to cosmetic raw materials, fragrances, and packaging components
• May require standing, walking the production floor, and light lifting