Production Planner

JR United Kingdom; Bishop Auckland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized manufacturing company is seeking a Production Planner to manage machine shop and assembly planning processes. The ideal candidate will have experience in engineering, a strong grasp of planning systems such as MRP, and proficiency in IFS software. Key responsibilities include scheduling operations, maintaining accuracy in product data, and enhancing efficiency through analysis. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced environment and drive improvements in business performance.

Benefits

Wellbeing app (Employee Assistance Program)

Qualifications

• Experience in engineering/manufacturing.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, knowledge of IFS is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Control and develop planning processes using IFS.
• Load and capacity planning of Machine Shop and Assembly.
• Analyse data to improve business efficiencies.

Skills

Planning systems

MRP

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Tools

IFS software

ERP systems

Job description

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Our client are specialists in their market sector, they are looking to recruit a Production Planner on a permanent basis.

The job youll do

• Use IFS software to control and develop end to end machine shop and assembly planning processes.
• Load and capacity planning of Machine Shop and Assembly Area.
• Schedule multiple operations including machining, sub con, inspection and assembly.
• Develop and maintain useful status reporting of key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Maintain predicted completion timing of each operation, and final predicted shipping timing for the full order book.
• Analyse and present data to enable logical improvement identification and decision making.
• Interact with all departments to ensure all system (IFS) inputs are correct and understood.
• Ensure the load and available capacity by resource is always up to date for medium- and long-term planning decision making.
• Ensure all departments are working to the same priorities, have clear and achievable completion targets.
• Raise and close all works orders enabling efficient daily and weekly planning of the Machine Shop and Assembly area.
• Ensure data accuracy of product routings and timings.
• Optimisation of the planning to drive OEE improvement.
• Challenge current methods and practices by use of data to continuously improve business efficiencies.

About You

• We are looking for an experienced and motivated Production Planner, ideally with a background in engineering/manufacturing.
• You will have a strong understanding of planning systems and MRP, along with experience working closely with both internal and external supply teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with ERP systems is essential, knowledge of IFS would be advantageous.
• You will have a good understanding of machine and assembly processes, and be confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• We are looking for someone with a keen eye for detail, highly organised, and able to manage multiple tasks under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work well as part of a team.

The Rewards and the Benefits

• Wellbeing app (Employee Assistance Program)