Production Planner

Industrial Temps; Dungannon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agri-food company in Dungannon seeks a Production Planner to manage production schedules and ensure efficient operations. The ideal candidate has 2-3 years of experience in food production planning. Responsibilities include coordinating with various departments and preparing performance reports. This permanent role offers a competitive salary between £30,000 and £35,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in production planning or scheduling within food.
• Understanding of food manufacturing processes and lead times.
• Able to liaise effectively with different departments.

Responsibilities

• Develop daily or weekly production schedules.
• Liaise with growers for on-time delivery of ingredients.
• Coordinate production operations.

Skills

Production planning

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Adaptability

Job description

Our Client, Hughes Group, are seeking for a Production Planner to join their expanding team, based in Dungannon. Hughes Group is a dynamic innovator in the mushroom sector of the agri-food industry, working with a network of growers to deliver top grade mushrooms, vegan and vegetarian product lines and superlative service to our customers and business partners across the UK and Ireland. The Production Planner will be responsible for scheduling the usage of production materials to ensure optimal levels of production and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Adhere and work towards the company core values
• Develop daily or weekly production schedules to ensure that production deadlines are met
• Liaise with growers to ensure on time delivery of fresh ingredients
• Coordinate production operations in accordance with material, labor, and equipment availability
• Prepare status and performance reports
• Schedule NPD runs and sample within the weekly plan
• Completion of horizon scanning and reporting
• Carrying out ad hoc assignments or duties as required by the department

Skills and Qualifications

• Adhere to all company policies and procedures outlined in employee handbook
• 2-3 years experience in production planning or scheduling within food
• Understanding of food manufacturing processes, lead times, capacity planning
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, problem solving, and adaptability to changing demand
• Able to liaise effectively with different departments

Further Information

This Production Planner position is in Dungannon, Northern IrelandIf you are interested in this role, please forward your CV through to [e-mail] or call our Belfast office on 028 9032 2511 ask for Christine or click apply direct for online application.

Vacancy ID 1735802 Job Sector Food Production Area Co Tyrone Location Dungannon Salary £30,000 - £35,000 per annum No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Permanent Weekly hours 40 Published date 17/09/2025 Closing date 27/10/2025 Worktime Working 5 days out of 7 (Monday to Sunday, 7am to 4pm)