Production Planner

Staffline Group; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Production Planner to enhance their operations in Tewkesbury. In this pivotal role, you will leverage ERP/MRP systems to optimize shop floor efficiency and ensure timely customer deliveries. The position offers a dynamic work environment where your problem-solving skills will directly impact production quality and efficiency. With a focus on continuous improvement and compliance with industry standards, this role presents an exciting opportunity for career growth within a supportive, family-run international group. Join a team that values your contributions and offers a range of benefits to support your professional journey.

Benefits

Monthly performance bonus

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Up to 6% pension contribution

2x salary life assurance

Full sick pay for nine weeks after one year

Employee Assistance Program

Career development and mentoring

Canteen with free tea and coffee

Annual Christmas party and gift packages

Further education opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in production planning within a fast-paced environment.
• Hands-on problem-solving skills focused on efficiency and quality.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient machine loading and maintain delivery dates.
• Produce loading schedules and track work orders daily.

Skills

Production Planning

Lean Manufacturing

Problem-Solving

Excel

SAGE200

Tools

SAGE 200

Preactor

Job description

Working Hours: 8:00 to 17:00 Monday to Thursday, and 8:00 to 13:00 on Friday.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Production Planner to join an established manufacturing business in Tewkesbury.

The Production Planner will use the company’s ERP/MRP systems (SAGE 200/Preactor) to ensure efficient shop floor loading and OTIF customer delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Ensure machines are loaded efficiently, maintaining customer delivery dates.
2. Track all live work orders daily.
3. Produce weekly/monthly forward loading schedules for each machine, including manual operations.
4. Ensure parts are moved promptly to the next process.
5. Allocate subcontract order requirements for purchasing timely.
6. Keep Bill of Materials (BOM) updated with accurate set and cycle times.
7. Ensure raw materials and finished goods stocks are accurate and correctly issued to works orders.
8. Implement continuous improvement strategies where opportunities exist.
9. Ensure compliance with quality standards (ISO 13485).
10. Identify and resolve production bottlenecks to improve efficiency.
11. Monitor and report on KPIs and production performance.
12. Recommend process improvements to management.
13. Prioritize workflow to meet monthly order completion and sales targets.
14. Raise purchase requisitions for subcontract operations.
15. Complete administration within SAGE200/Preactor.
16. Liaise with other departments and handle requests for information and data.

Required Experience:

1. Proven experience as a Production Planner in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
2. Experience with lean manufacturing and process optimization (Desirable).
3. Hands-on problem-solving skills focused on efficiency and quality control.
4. Excellent computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). SAGE200 experience is desirable but training will be provided.

Company Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Monthly performance bonus.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Up to 6% pension contribution.
• 2x salary life assurance.
• Full sick pay for nine weeks after one year of service.
• Employee Assistance Program through ‘Wisdom, Health Assured’.
• Career development and mentoring.
• Canteen with free tea and coffee.
• Family-run, growing international group.
• Annual Christmas party and gift packages.
• Internal career progression opportunities.
• Further education opportunities.
• Modern, state-of-the-art facility.

For more information, please contact Nick Sollis at 01453 829767 or send your CV to [e-mail].

Omega Resource Group specializes in opportunities across engineering, aerospace, automotive, electronics, defence, scientific, oil & gas, construction, and manufacturing sectors.