Production Planner

hays-gcj-v4-pd-online; Craigavon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Craigavon is seeking a Production Planner to manage the entire production lifecycle. This role offers ownership of operational planning while ensuring customer delivery targets are met. A competitive salary, benefits package including annual bonus, generous leave, and career progression are part of the offer.

Benefits

33 days' annual leave

Flexi-time working

Health cash plan

Contributory pension scheme

Electric car and cycle-to-work schemes

Discounted gym membership

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

IVF support

Career progression opportunities

Vibrant employee recognition programme

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Production Control or Planning.
• Proficient in MRP systems and MS Excel.
• Proven track record of improving efficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage operational planning across production and manufacturing.
• Coordinate with internal teams and mitigate material shortages.
• Contribute to performance tracking through KPI reporting.

Skills

Production Control

MRP Systems

Statistical Skills

Education

GCSE Level (Grades A*-C or equivalent)

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

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This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation based in Craigavon, renowned for its commitment to innovation and excellence in manufacturing. The company offers a supportive and progressive working environment, with a strong focus on employee wellbeing and development.

Your new role

As a Production Planner, you will take full ownership of operational planning across production or manufacturing. You’ll manage the entire production lifecycle, from strategic planning to value stream scheduling, ensuring customer delivery targets are met. Key responsibilities include maintaining operational and MRP plans, developing and overseeing the PRR process, coordinating with internal teams, mitigating material shortages, and generating works orders. You’ll also be expected to apply continuous improvement methods and contribute to performance tracking through KPI reporting.

What you'll need to succeed

To thrive in this role, you’ll need a minimum of 3 years’ experience in Production Control or Planning, ideally within a manufacturing setting. Proficiency in MRP systems and a solid working knowledge of MS Excel are essential. You should be educated to GCSE level (Grades A*-C or equivalent, including Maths and English), and have a proven track record of improving efficiencies. Strong statistical skills and the ability to manage production costs while maintaining quality standards are also key.

What you'll get in return

You’ll enjoy a competitive salary and an annual bonus linked to company performance. The benefits package includes 33 days' annual leave, flexi-time working, and a £5,000 employee referral bonus. Additional perks include a health cash plan, contributory pension scheme, holiday purchase options, electric car and cycle-to-work schemes, life assurance, enhanced maternity/paternity pay, IVF support, wellbeing initiatives, and discounted gym membership. The company also offers career progression opportunities, learning and development support, and a vibrant employee recognition programme.