Production Planner

W Talent; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Production Planner to enhance their operations in Cardiff. This full-time role offers the chance to work in a stable and profitable environment, where you'll manage production planning, collaborate with stakeholders, and support continuous improvement initiatives. With a commitment to staff engagement and development, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to advance their career in manufacturing. If you're ready to thrive in a rewarding workplace, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing factory environment is essential.
• Previous experience in Production Planning or as a Master Scheduler is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and manage production planning for the site, including work orders.
• Collaborate with line managers to ensure smooth scheduling operations.

Skills

Production Planning

Excel Proficiency

BOM Understanding

Manufacturing Experience

Job description

W Talent is excited to be partnering exclusively with a multi-site manufacturing client to find a proactive, driven Production Planner for their site near Cardiff, Wales.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, profitable, and well-established company that is a true expert in its field. The senior leadership team is deeply committed to improving staff experiences and providing an engaging and rewarding workplace.

The Role:

• Hours: 37.5 contracted hours per week
  Monday to Thursday: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  Friday: 7:00 am - 12:30 pm

• Salary: Up to 33,000 per annum

• Full-time, on-site

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver and manage production planning for the site, including work orders, records, and lookaheads
• Process production records and track bulk packing, conversions, and scrap
• Collaborate with line managers and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth scheduling operations
• Coordinate stock transfers and resolve stock discrepancies
• Lead cycle count scheduling and maintain stock accuracy
• Support continuous improvement through process analysis and trend identification
• Manage BOM and drawing updates with the Design team and address stock shortages

Who We're Looking For:

• Experience in a manufacturing factory environment is essential
• Previous experience in Production Planning or as a Master Scheduler is essential
• A solid understanding of BOMs (Bills of Materials) and routing structures
• Proficiency with Excel and other systems

With a supportive and inspiring line manager, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone with manufacturing experience to take the next step in their planning career.

If you're based in South Wales and looking to join a company where you can truly thrive, we'd love to hear from you!

Important Information:

• Applicants must live within a daily commutable distance to the Greater Cardiff area at the time of applying
• Applicants must have full right to work in the UK at the time of application, as our client is unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future