Production Planner

Interaction Recruitment; Bath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing is seeking a highly organised Production Planner for their Bath location. This role involves developing production schedules and collaborating across departments to optimise resource use. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and experience in ERP/MRP systems, as well as a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Collaborative working environment

Involvement in strategic projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a production planning or scheduling role.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules.
• Lead weekly production planning meetings.
• Monitor and report on risks affecting the production plan.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Time management

Numerical analysis

Education

Experience in production planning or scheduling

Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Production Planner

Location: Bridgwater Employment Type: Full-time, Temp, Permanent Department: Supply Chain Reports to: Supply Chain and ERP Team Lead Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Position Overview

Calleva is seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Production Planner to join our Supply Chain team. This role is responsible for developing, maintaining and optimising both short- and long-term production schedules to ensure the efficient utilisation of resources and the timely fulfilment of customer requirements.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical capabilities, excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to planning and problem-solving. This position requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including Production, Quality and Senior Leadership, to ensure alignment across all operational areas.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain production schedules, ensuring optimal use of machinery, labour, and materials

Lead weekly production planning meetings with departmental managers and team leaders

Participate in daily production update meetings to monitor progress and address emerging issues

Support the implementation and continuous improvement of ERP/MRP systems in collaboration with the ERP Team Lead

Raise purchase orders in accordance with production requirements and timelines

Liaise with internal departments to communicate supply chain issues, schedule changes, and potential impacts on operations

Monitor and report on risks and opportunities affecting the production plan

Ensure the accuracy, confidentiality, and integrity of all planning-related data

Adhere to company policies, procedures, and quality standards

Perform additional duties as assigned by management

Candidate Profile

Essential Attributes:

Proven experience in a production planning or scheduling role

Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications

Strong verbal and written communication skills across all levels of the organisation

Exceptional organisational and time management abilities

High level of accuracy in data entry and reporting

Confident in numerical analysis and decision-making

Ability to prioritise effectively and adapt to changing demands

Professional, dependable, and collaborative in approach

Desirable:

Experience within a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) environment

What We Offer

A collaborative and professional working environment

Opportunities for career development and training

Involvement in strategic projects and system implementations

The chance to contribute to a growing and dynamic organisation

For more information regarding this position and other opportunities, please contact our Taunton Office on (phone number removed).

Allocation Number: INDEXE

Job Info

Job Title:

Production Planner

Company:

Interaction Recruitment

Location:

Bath, Somerset

Posted:

Jul 4th 2025

Closes:

Aug 4th 2025

Sector:

Manufacturing & Surveying

Contract:

Contract

Hours:

Full Time

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