Production Planner

Samworth Brothers Limited; Callington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Callington is seeking a skilled Production Planner to optimize production processes. The ideal candidate will have planning experience, strong Excel skills, and a passion for collaboration. Join a family-oriented environment that supports your growth and career progression.

Benefits

Enhanced pension scheme

Private health scheme

Employee discount scheme

Training and growth opportunities

Annual pay reviews

Qualifications

• Previous planning or scheduling experience ideally in food manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of planning methods and advanced Excel.
• Sharp attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate the manufacturing process for smooth production flow.
• Build production plans to optimise resources and cost.
• Monitor stock levels and reduce waste.

Skills

Planning or scheduling experience

Knowledge of planning methods

Advanced Excel skills

Attention to detail

Strong problem-solving skills

Team player

Education

GCSE standard or above

Tools

Planning systems (Aurora/System 21)

Job description

Join the Samworth Brothers Team and become part of our dynamic family!

We genuinely care about our colleagues and strive to create an engaging environment that values your unique contributions. We are committed to your success and offer a range of exceptional benefits that we believe supports your life and personal aspirations:

• Enhanced pension scheme
• Private health scheme
• Employee discount scheme
• Experience annual pay reviews
• Profit related pay
• Unlock your potential through training and growth opportunities
• Friday - Monday 06:30 - 16:30

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a Production Planner to join our team and help drive operational excellence in our bakery. Responsibilities include:

• Direct and coordinate the manufacturing process to ensure smooth production flow.
• Build daily, weekly, and 7-day production plans that optimise resources, capacity, and cost.
• Act as the key link between departments, ensuring clear communication and excellent customer service.
• Monitor stock levels, reduce waste, and maintain >99.5% customer service levels.
• Support product trials, promotions, and continuous improvement projects.
• Analyse data, spot trends, and recommend opportunities for improvement.

The Ideal Candidate

We welcome candidates who are passionate about working together to achieve greatness. As a valued member of our team, you will bring the following skills and experience:

• Previous planning or scheduling experience (ideally in food manufacturing).
• Strong knowledge of planning methods, Excel (advanced level), and planning systems (Aurora/System 21 desirable).
• Numerate and literate (GCSE standard or above).
• Sharp attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• A team player who communicates effectively and drives continuous improvement.

We want you to thrive in an engaging and inclusive work culture where you will have the opportunity to take on personal accountability and take pride in your work. We encourage positive communication, and the building of strong collaborative relationships is essential to every role.

Apply today and embark on an exciting journey with us!

About Us

We are a fourth-generation family business producing high quality own-label products for many of the UK’s best-known retailers along with our own brands including Ginsters, Soreen, Higgidy, Dickinson & Morris, Urban Eat, West Cornwall Pasty Company and Walker & Son. We employ over 10,000 people in well-invested modern food manufacturing sites around the country.

We take pride in our family feel within our businesses and work together to make things happen. We can offer you the stability of a wider group as well as the opportunities that that offers if you wish to progress your career with us.

Important Notice:

Samworth Brothers do not engage with unlicensed gangmasters or third parties. Samworth Brothers will NEVER ask you for money in order to provide you with employment. If you are in any doubt, please contact an official Samworth Brothers representative.