Production Planner

GetRecruited UK Ltd; Crewe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Crewe is looking for a Production Planner to optimize schedules and ensure timely delivery. Ideal candidates will have strong production planning experience, knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365, and excel in analytical skills. The role offers a salary of up to £45,000 plus bonus, with 25 days holiday. Join a collaborative culture with clear career progression opportunities.

Benefits

£40,000 - £45,000 + bonus

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Opportunities for career growth

Supportive and collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Experience in production planning/scheduling (manufacturing background ideal).
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 BC (or Navision) planning modules.
• Analytical, methodical, and detail-focused with excellent Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Own and optimise the production schedule to ensure timely customer delivery.
• Balance capacity, materials, and risk with calm precision.
• Drive transparency with KPIs and reporting.

Skills

Production planning/scheduling

Microsoft Dynamics 365 BC

Analytical skills

Excellent Excel skills

Lean methodologies

Job description

Overview

Production Planner – Crewe – Up to £45,000 Plus Bonus

This isn't just another Production Planner role. It's a chance to step into a well-established but rapidly growing international manufacturer that is already a market leader and play a pivotal part in taking their operations to the next level. Following the roll out of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, this business is on a journey to make its production planning world-class. They need someone who can bring structure, clarity, and confidence to the entire operation from raw material procurement right through to on-time customer delivery.

The Role

• Own and optimise the production schedule to ensure customers get what they need, when they need it.
• Balance capacity, materials, and risk with calm precision.
• Drive transparency with KPIs and reporting that lift performance across the board.
• Knit together multiple teams and divisions into one smooth, collaborative supply chain.

You

• Experience in production planning/scheduling (manufacturing background ideal).
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 BC (or Navision) planning modules.
• Analytical, methodical, and detail-focused with excellent Excel skills.
• Calm, proactive, and solutions-driven under pressure.
• Exposure to lean, MRP II, or theory of constraints is a plus.

What's on offer

• £40,000 - £45,000 + bonus.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• A supportive, collaborative culture.
• Clear opportunities to grow and progress your career.
• The chance to shape production planning in a thriving, international market leader.

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