Production Planner

JR United Kingdom; Scotland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Scotland is seeking an experienced Production Planner to enhance their team. The role involves creating production schedules, managing materials, and ensuring efficient operations. Candidates should have a strong background in production planning, experience with ERP systems, and excel in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a production or materials planning role.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with ERP/MRP systems.
• Understanding of BOMs and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Create and update the production schedule.
• Develop and maintain production and material plans.
• Manage the capacity planning process.

Skills

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Excel

Education

Experience in production or materials planning

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

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Our established manufacturing client continues to grow and is looking to appoint an experienced Production Planner to join their team.

The Production Planner will create production plans and manage materials to ensure the manufacturing operations run efficiently.

Responsibilities of the role will include:

• Create and update the production schedule
• Develop and maintain production and material plans
• Identifying risks and implementing corrective actions
• Streamlining processes so that production can meet deadlines.
• Manage the capacity planning process
• Attend and lead regular production review meetings.
• Work closely with colleagues in Sales, Production and Procurement
• Providing reports on status and highlighting issues

Knowledge and experience required for the role:

• Previous experience of working in a production or materials planning role within a manufacturing organisation
• Experience in using ERP/MRP systems and strong Excel skills
• Understanding of BOMs and manufacturing processes
• A problem solver who can deal with changes to production schedules
• Self-motivator who can manage their own workload
• Team player who thrives in a positive work environment

If you would like to work for a growing, progressive company that rewards its employees for their hard work and commitment, then please send your CV today.