NKPD code: 4322
Production clerks compute the quantity of materials required at specified dates for manufacturing, construction and similar production programmes, and prepare and check production schedules. Production clerks perform the following main tasks: • computing the quantity, quality and type of materials required according to the production programme; • preparing schedules according to production requirements, arranging the supply of materials where necessary and keeping related records; • preparing or assisting in the preparation of production schedules based on customer orders, production capacity and performance; • checking stock levels, arranging deliveries and dealing with delays and downtime; • recording and coordinating the flow of work and materials between departments. Examples of occupations in this unit group: – Clerk, materials inventory – Clerk, materials planning