Production Planner at NBCUniversal

Universal City, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Feb, 26

Salary

80000.0

Posted On

06 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Manufacturing Processes, Production Planning, Quality Control, Organizational Skills, Multitasking, MRP Systems, Problem-Solving, Communication Skills, ERP Systems, Union Environment, Fabrication Drawings, Blueprints

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

Company Description NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world. Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025. Job Description The Production Planner is pivotal in ensuring the seamless flow of manufacturing operations, from scheduling and coordination to performance evaluation and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, communicates effectively across departments, and brings a proactive mindset to solving production challenges. The Production Planner is responsible for developing and managing production schedules, budgets, aligning cross-functional teams, and optimizing resources to meet delivery timelines. Successful candidates will analyze specifications and capacity data to design efficient manufacturing sequences, prepare job plans and routing documents, and ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations. Responsibilities: Develops and maintains detailed production schedules based on job orders, material availability, and shop capacity. Coordinates with different departments like operations, inventory and logistics to plan and adjust production needs. Analyzes production specifications, customer requirements, and plant capacity data to determine manufacturing process sequences. Prepares production and inspection job plans and routing documents. Monitors and adjust production schedules to meet unforeseen conditions. Prepares production reports and presents them to management. Coordinates with suppliers to ensure that all necessary materials and equipment are available when needed. Ensures that the production process follows industry standards and safety regulations. Oversees inventory management and order materials and services as needed. Evaluates production performance and recommends improvements. Supports job planning for annual rehabs as required. Performs other duties as assigned. This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $68,640 - $80,000. Qualifications Understanding of manufacturing processes. Experience as a Production/Manufacturing Planner or similar role in precision machining. Knowledge of production planning and quality control principles. BSc/Ba in business administration, operations management, logistics, industrial engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong organizational and multitasking abilities. Desired Characteristics Experience with MRP systems (Manufacturing resource planning). Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Familiarity with ERP systems. Experience working in a union environment. Working knowledge of reading and interpreting fabrication drawings/blueprints. Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].

Responsibilities

The Production Planner is responsible for developing and managing production schedules, budgets, and optimizing resources to meet delivery timelines. This role involves coordinating with various departments and ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.