Production Planner

Production Planner focuses on supporting the planning manager in developing, implementing, and continuously improving planning and scheduling processes.

What the role involves

• Supporting the Planning Manager in developing, implementing, and continuously improving planning and scheduling processes.
• Maintain production plans to meet forecasted demand while considering machine capacity, labour availability, and holiday schedules.
• Build plans across multiple product streams.
• Monitor stock levels as required.
• Work closely with production, engineering, sales, and project teams to ensure customer expectations and delivery deadlines are achieved.
• Report on operational KPIs and planning performance.

Skills and requirements

• Significant experience in a Production Planner, Planning Coordinator, or similar role within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Manage detailed production schedules.
• Knowledge of MRP and/or ERP systems.
• HNC/HND qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing, Production Management, or a related discipline.

Confirmed role details

• 35 hours per week.
• Monday to Thursday: 08:30 – 17:00.
• Friday: 08:30 – 12:30.
• Ensure customer requirements are met efficiently and effectively.

Known job details

• Pay: £34,000 - £37,000 per annum