Our client, a global manufacturing company, is seeking a Production Planner to become an integral part of their operations team. As an experience planner you will be reporting to the Production Manager & Operations Manager assisting in ensuring that the company's production runs smoothly.
Responsibilities
* Planning, scheduling and coordinating production of the company's products on a daily/weekly basis
* Monitor stock and raw materials to ensure everything is in place for production
* Scheduling shifts and workers to provide proper coverage
* Reporting on the production status and any production issues to upper management
* Handling production disruptions and productivity problems
* Finding ways to improve productivity, quality and efficiencies
* Work closely with other departments and manage expectations
* Attend production meetings and communicate with the team
* Investigate production issues and develop resolutions.
* Determine equipment, material and manpower requirements for project execution
* Ensure that final product meets quality standards and customer specifications
* Ensure that team follows company policies and safety standards
Skills
* Knowledge of production processes and quality control
* Math and analytical skills
* Technical skills using material requirements planning and scheduling software
* Good knowledge of MS Office including Excel
* Verbal and written communication skills
* Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with all levels of employees
* Organizational and time-management skills
* Be able to meet targets and work under pressure
* Coaching skills with the ability to motivate employees
* Understanding of Health & Safety
Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-4.30pm (40hrs per week)
Salary: Competitive Salary dependent on experience
(Please note that due to the number of applicants we are unable to contact everyone. If you have not heard from us after 2 weeks, then unfortunately on this occasion you been unsuccessful.)