Production Planner

Elevation Recruitment Group; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Production Planner to coordinate production operations in Chesterfield, ensuring efficient and timely manufacturing of goods. Responsibilities include executing production plans, managing daily projects, and maintaining documentation for audits. Ideal candidates have prior experience in manufacturing and familiarity with ERP/MRP systems.

Qualifications

• Experience as a production planner in a manufacturing setting.
• Familiarity with production ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Execute production plans and reports with stakeholders.
• Manage daily projects ensuring workflow.
• Allocate resources to meet production needs.
• Monitor order progress within budget.
• Develop quality plans and schedules.
• Facilitate information sharing among stakeholders.

Skills

Planning

Organizational skills

Communication

Data entry

ERP/MRP familiarity

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Overview

Elevation Recruitment Group are searching for a Production Planner to play a pivotal role in coordinating and enhancing production operations to meet demand and uphold quality standards. Reporting directly to the Projects & Materials Manager, you'll be instrumental in ensuring efficient and timely manufacturing and assembly of goods to meet customer timelines.

Responsibilities

• Craft and execute production plans, project plans, and comprehensive reports through effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage daily projects, including renewals and maintenance, ensuring smooth workflow across various processes and products.
• Allocate materials, equipment, and manpower effectively to meet production requirements.
• Monitor order progress closely to ensure timely completion within budget constraints.
• Strategically plan and prioritise operations to optimise performance and minimise delays.
• Develop quality plans and schedules aligned with project scheduling principles.
• Monitor and adapt plans as necessary, utilising recovery schedules and contingency plans to meet objectives.
• Facilitate effective information sharing among project stakeholders.
• Ensure accurate data entry and collection from timesheets and production documents into the ERP system.
• Maintain organised documentation for internal and external audits.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience as a production planner in a manufacturing setting.
• Familiarity with production ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong data entry skills coupled with exceptional planning, organisational, and administrative abilities.
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes.