Production Planner

TIMI-MATIK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company in Greater Manchester is looking for a Production Planner to enhance their planning team. The role involves coordinating across various products and ensuring production meets customer deadlines while adhering to quality standards. This is a full-time position, offering a great benefits package and opportunities for career development in a thriving environment.

Benefits

4x salary life assurance

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme up to 7.5%

Single medical healthcare

Qualifications

• Experience in planning or supply chain within a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems.
• Excellent communication and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Planning Manager to meet production plans.
• Plan and raise orders on the MRP system.
• Manage replacement materials and handle material issues.

Skills

Planning

Communication

IT Skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook)

Education

Formal technical or business qualification

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

A global manufacturing company in Greater Manchester is seeking a Production Planner to join their established planning team.

Working for a rapidly expanding, high-volume manufacturer, this role is varied and involves planning across a wide range of products and liaising with multiple stakeholders.

The primary responsibilities include supporting the Planning Manager to ensure production plans for made-to-order products meet customer and business deadlines.

Key Tasks Include

• Planning and raising orders on the MRP system
• Assisting in automating and improving departmental processes
• Handling material issues during planning and production
• Managing replacement materials efficiently
• Planning production to ensure quality service and compliance with ISO 9001 standards

This is a full-time position, Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week, with flexible start and finish times.

Benefits include a salary package, 4x salary life assurance, 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, a company pension scheme up to 7.5%, and single medical healthcare.

Candidates should have experience in planning or supply chain within a manufacturing environment, familiarity with ERP/MRP systems, excellent communication skills, and proficient IT skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook). A formal technical or business qualification is advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals early in their supply chain career to develop within a growing, successful company.