Production Planner required to support the Production Manager to oversee and organise the production process in their manufacturing facility. This position is paying an annual salary of £35,000 - £38,000 depending on experience. Working hours are Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 4.30pm with a 30 minute lunch break.

The Production Planner will be experienced in utilising a production planning software and be able to provide clear product costs.

Duties:

Plan, schedule and coordinate production of the company's products
Evaluate raw materials and equipment to ensure everything is in place for production
Assist in scheduling shifts and workers to provide proper coverage
Watching costs to ensure the production process stays within budget
Report on the production status and any production issues to senior management
Assist with production disruptions and productivity problems
Finding ways to improve productivity and reduce costs
Using market forecasts and competitive analysis to anticipate necessary production changesBenefits:

£35,000 - £38,000 per annum
20 days holiday plus bank holidays (increases to 30 days)
Pension
Private healthcareExperience required:

Strong analytical skills to forecast demand and optimise production plans
Excellent organisational and time management skills to manage complex production schedules
Proficiency in production planning software
Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams
Understanding of manufacturing processes and quality control procedures
Problem-solving abilities to address production challenges
Ability to organise a busy and varied workload, remain calm under pressure, and proactive in approach to tasks
PC literate with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook skillsPlease bear in mind that you may not hear from us straight away. Due to the high level of applications, we receive every day, we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position. If you would like to be considered for similar and future positions, or for a complete listing of all our current vacancies, please visit our website