Manufacturing Planner

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; St Asaph; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in St Asaph is looking for a production coordinator to manage production schedules, allocate resources, and perform hands-on manufacturing tasks. The ideal candidate will have experience in a manufacturing setting, organizational skills, and a commitment to safe working practices. This role offers an opportunity to grow with the company during a significant expansion phase.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
• Strong planning and organizational abilities.
• Ability to monitor progress and raise issues promptly.
• Willingness to assist with organizing staff time and material requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the creation of production schedules based on customer demand.
• Help allocate staff time and materials to meet output targets.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans as necessary.
• Get involved in core manufacturing tasks such as assembly and documentation.

Skills

Hands-on manufacturing experience

Planning and organizational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Attention to detail

Teamwork and communication

Computer literacy (Office 365)

Adaptable mindset

Tools

Sage

QPulse

Job description

Bio-Check is expanding its manufacturing capacity for diagnostic test kits

• including lateral flow devices
• and we’re looking for someone who enjoys a blend of hands‑on production work and organised planning.

In this hybrid role, you’ll build broad experience across our manufacturing processes while helping ensure our workflow runs efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the creation of short- and long-term production schedules based on customer demand and forecasts
• Helping allocate staff time and materials to meet daily and weekly output targets
• Monitoring progress, identifying bottlenecks, and adjusting plans to keep production on track
• Getting involved in core manufacturing tasks, such as reagent formulation, dispensing, labelling, assembly, packing, documentation, inspection, and calibration
• Working closely with supply chain, logistics, QC, and finance teams to ensure plans align with wider business needs

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a team player who can help coordinate tasks and contribute positively in a fast-changing environment.

While experience in planning or manufacturing is beneficial, we’re equally interested in individuals with the right attitude, reliability, and commitment to clean, safe (COSHH-aware) working practices.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to grow with the company, develop new skills, and be part of an exciting 5-year expansion journey.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a hands‑on manufacturing environment
• Strong planning, organisational, and problem‑solving abilities
• Ability to support the preparation and maintenance of short‑ and long‑term production schedules
• Willingness to assist with organising staff time and material requirements
• Ability to monitor progress and raise issues or changes promptly
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to documented procedures
• Comfortable performing practical tasks including reagent formulation, dispensing, assembly, packing, labelling, and documentation (training provided)
• Effective teamwork and communication across multiple departments
• Computer literacy (Office 365); experience with Sage or QPulse is advantageous but training is available
• Commitment to clean, safe, and consistent working practices, including COSHH awareness
• A positive, adaptable mindset and a willingness to learn and grow as the company expands are essential.

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