Production Planner

George Blake; Camberley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Hampshire is seeking an experienced Production Planner to ensure smooth production activities. The role involves monitoring schedules, addressing material shortages, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet production targets while maintaining high standards of quality.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Career Progression

Professional Development

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Production Planning or Materials Control.
• Proficiency in MRP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production schedules and address potential delays.
• Investigate and resolve production issues and material shortages.
• Coordinate Engineering Change Notes and handle non-conformities.

Skills

Production Planning

Materials Control

Problem-Solving

Communication

Data Analysis

Tools

MRP Systems

Microsoft Excel

ERP/MRP Systems

Power BI

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Job Title: Production Planner
Location: Near Camberley,
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Are you an experienced Production Planner with a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving? Do you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing or engineering environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join a market-leading organisation in Hampshire.

About the Role: As a Production Planner, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth flow of production activities. You will be responsible for monitoring schedules, addressing material shortages, and supporting procurement functions to optimise efficiency. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will ensure that production targets are met while maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee production schedules and proactively address any potential delays.

Investigate and resolve production issues, material shortages, and supply chain disruptions.

Work closely with procurement to expedite materials and minimise shortages.

Track and manage work-in-progress (WIP), ensuring alignment with project and sales requirements.

Monitor and reduce aged WIP, ensuring efficient job closure in the system.

Coordinate Engineering Change Notes (ECNs) and handle non-conformities effectively.

Maintain accurate production data, including costings and standard times.

Support stock take activities and inventory management initiatives.

Represent the production planning function in cross-departmental meetings.

Assist in the documentation of processes and contribute to KPI reporting.

Undertake procurement tasks, including raising purchase orders and supplier engagement.

Skills & Experience Required:

Strong experience in Production Planning or Materials Control within a manufacturing or engineering setting.

Proficiency in MRP systems for planning and scheduling purposes.

Competence in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications for data analysis and reporting.

Ability to anticipate and prioritise workload effectively under time-sensitive conditions.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a solutions-focused mindset.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (Syspro preferred) and Power BI (desirable).

Previous experience in procurement or buying is advantageous but not essential.

Why Join Us? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and innovative company that values its employees. You’ll be part of a collaborative team working on exciting projects, with opportunities for career progression and professional development. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding role in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you.

How to Apply: If you have the skills and experience required for this role, apply now with your updated CV. We look forward to reviewing your application

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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