Production Planner

ZipRecruiter; Kidderminster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Production Planner to enhance operational efficiency and ensure timely delivery of customer orders. In this dynamic role, you will develop and manage production schedules, collaborate with various teams, and support the implementation of ERP/MRP tools. Your analytical skills will drive improvements in planning processes, while your attention to detail will ensure accuracy in scheduling. Join a forward-thinking company that values inclusivity and offers a supportive environment for your professional growth. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in production planning or operations coordination in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and production principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed production schedules based on customer demand.
• Coordinate with teams to ensure schedules are realistic and achievable.
• Monitor work-in-progress and propose solutions to delivery risks.

Skills

Production Planning

Scheduling

Operations Coordination

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Detail-Oriented

Education

Experience in Manufacturing Environment

Understanding of Production Processes

Tools

ERP Systems

MRP Systems

Excel

Job description

Job Description

The Role

As a Production Planner, you'll be responsible for developing and managing detailed production schedules, ensuring that customer orders are delivered on time, and that production flows efficiently and effectively. Working closely with the materials team, procurement, and shop floor, you'll help balance demand with capacity and resources.

You'll play a key part in improving planning processes, supporting ERP/MRP implementation, and driving operational performance through data-driven planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and communicate detailed production schedules in line with customer demand and material availability.
• Work with procurement and material planners to ensure timely availability of components and raw materials.
• Coordinate with production and operations teams to ensure the schedule is understood, realistic, and achievable.
• Monitor work-in-progress (WIP) and highlight risks to on-time delivery; escalate issues and propose solutions.
• Support the ongoing implementation and optimisation of MRP/ERP tools for production planning and scheduling.
• Analyse production performance, schedule adherence, and downtime trends to drive improvements.
• Maintain accurate planning data in ERP systems, including routings, lead times, and work order status.
• Assist with capacity planning and scenario modelling to support customer project timelines and business growth.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve scheduling accuracy, reduce lead times, and optimise throughput.

About You

• Previous experience in a production planning, scheduling, or operations coordination role within a manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of production processes in low volume, high value environments (e.g., aerospace, defense, complex assemblies).
• Strong working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and production planning principles.
• Proficient in Excel - able to work with planning models, reports, and data analysis tools.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to coordinate between teams and manage priorities.
• Detail-oriented, highly organised, and able to manage multiple tasks and timelines.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience supporting or working within an ERP/MRP implementation.
• Exposure to project-based or engineered-to-order production environments.
• Familiarity with Lean, 5S, or continuous improvement methodologies.

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