Production Planner

Russell Taylor Group; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company is looking for a Production Planner in Runcorn. This role involves creating and updating production schedules, ensuring adequate stock levels, and coordinating services efficiently. Ideal candidates have production planning experience, particularly in Pharma/GMP environments, and enjoy working in teams. Competitive salary with no night shifts, 33 days holiday, and various company perks are offered.

Benefits

33 days holiday (rising with service)

Pension scheme with increasing contributions

Life assurance (4x salary)

Healthcare cashback scheme

Paid professional fees

Cycle-to-work scheme

Free parking

Subsidised canteen

Qualifications

• Previous experience in production planning is essential; Pharma/GMP environment is highly desirable.
• Organised, adaptable, and excellent problem solver.
• Strong communicator who enjoys teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Building and updating daily production schedules to keep everything on track.
• Ensuring stock levels are sufficient to meet customer demands.
• Coordinating new patient services while maintaining cost efficiency.
• Prioritising workflows to meet urgent needs.
• Attending daily production meetings to understand status and communicate actions.
• Monitoring production vs plan, identifying issues early, and informing teams.
• Supporting planning during bank holidays and shutdown periods.

Skills

Production planning experience

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Strong communication

Teamwork

Job description

Vacancy Title: Production Planner

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Cheshire

Industry: General Manufacturing

Salary: Competitive

Start Date: 2025-08-28

REF: J91985114

Contact Name: Sophie Mitchell

Contact Email: [e-mail]

Vacancy Published: 1 day ago

Job Title: Production Planner

Location: Runcorn

Salary: Competitive - depending on experience

Type: Permanent

Are you looking for a role where your planning skills make a real difference?

Russell Taylor Group is recruiting a Production Planner to join our client's production team in Runcorn. You will play a key role in ensuring their services run smoothly, delivering what customers need, when they need it.

This is a day shift, Monday-Friday role (no nights, no weekend rota), perfect for those seeking a stable routine.

The Role:

1. Building and updating daily production schedules to keep everything on track.
2. Ensuring stock levels are sufficient to meet customer demands.
3. Coordinating new patient services while maintaining cost efficiency.
4. Prioritising workflows to meet urgent needs.
5. Attending daily production meetings to understand status and communicate actions.
6. Monitoring production vs plan, identifying issues early, and informing teams.
7. Supporting planning during bank holidays and shutdown periods.

The Candidate:

1. Previous experience in production planning is essential; Pharma/GMP environment is highly desirable.
2. Organised, adaptable, and excellent problem solver.
3. Strong communicator who enjoys teamwork.

What’s in it for you:

1. No weekend or night shifts.
2. 33 days holiday (rising with service) + option to buy or sell extra.
3. Tailored training and development opportunities.
4. Pension scheme with increasing contributions.
5. Life assurance (4x salary) and healthcare cashback scheme.
6. Support for family-related leave and wellbeing programs.
7. Additional perks like paid professional fees, cycle-to-work scheme, Blue Light Card, free parking, and a subsidised canteen.

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