Production Planner

Castle Employment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing company in North Yorkshire is seeking a full-time Production Planner to oversee production planning and monitor operational performance. The ideal candidate will have strong competence in MRP/ERP systems and experience in an SME manufacturing role. This is a great opportunity with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Great benefits

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Experience in a planning role within an SME manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing resource planning/material requirements.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out planning for all areas of production.
• Maintaining KPIs, generating reports, and analyzing data.
• Liaising with sales, production, and transport departments.
• Scheduling work and monitoring materials for work orders.

Skills

Experience in planning role

Strong competence in MRP/ERP systems

Strong IT skills, particularly MS Excel

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Job description

A well-established and leading manufacturing company based in North Yorkshire is looking for a Production Planner to join the business. This is a full-time permanent position working in a busy, fast-paced, demanding environment. Working Monday to Friday, 37 hours, and offers attractive salary & benefits.

The successful Production Planner will be responsible for:

1. Carrying out planning for all areas of production in the business and monitoring operational performance
2. Maintaining KPIs, generating reports, and analyzing data
3. Liaising with sales, production, and transport departments
4. Scheduling work and monitoring all materials for work orders
5. Monitoring and improving production efficiencies
6. Reviewing shortages and expediting priorities
7. Ensuring effective communication and coordination across departments

The ideal candidate will have experience in a planning role within an SME manufacturing environment and strong competence in MRP/ERP systems. You should have previous experience in manufacturing resource planning/material requirements and the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings. Strong IT skills, particularly in MS Excel, and extensive knowledge of MRP systems are essential. This is a great opportunity to join a fantastic manufacturing business.

The role offers a competitive salary, great benefits, and working hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Thursday and until 4 pm on Friday. The position is commutable from Pickering, Malton, Scarborough, York, Thirsk, and surrounding areas.