Production Planner

Clockwork Organisation Ltd t/a Travail Employment; Wales; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturing company based in Wrexham is seeking a Production Planner to efficiently manage planning strategies for on-site manufactured products. This permanent position requires proven experience in production planning and hands-on ERP system knowledge. The successful candidate will collaborate across departments to enhance production efficiency while adhering to delivery targets. This role offers a competitive salary of £35,000 per annum along with benefits such as 25 days annual leave, company sick pay, and free parking.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Company sick pay

Free parking

Early finish on a Friday

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a production planning role within manufacturing.
• Skilled in identifying and resolving planning-related production issues.
• Familiarity with IFS ERP system is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Increase Planning’s use of ERP system for efficiency.
• Ensure production plans are available in a timely manner.
• Monitor production progress and address issues proactively.
• Prepare analytical reports about production processes.

Skills

Experience in a production planning role

Hands-on experience using ERP systems

Identifying and resolving production issues

Cross-functional collaboration

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Excellent command of Business English

Tools

IFS ERP system

Microsoft Word

Job description

Production Planner

£35,000 per annum

Permanent opportunity in Wrexham

Working hours: 8am - 4:30pm Monday to Thurs and 8am - 2:30pm Friday.

Additional benefits:

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Company sick pay
• Free parking
• Early finish on a Friday

Role

A global manufacturing leader is seeking a Production Planner to join a friendly planning team. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in shaping efficient, cost‑effective planning strategies across a broad range of on‑site manufactured products. You will be the driving force behind seamless operations, ensuring customer delivery targets are met, production stays on schedule, and planning documentation is delivered with precision and timeliness. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a tangible impact within a collaborative environment where your expertise directly supports operational success and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Increase Planning’s use of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system with a targeted approach using both company internal knowledge base and external forums.
• Seek opportunities for improvements in Planning and Production efficiency with specific emphasis on use of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
• Ensure production plans, work to lists and shop floor paperwork are correct and available in a timely manner to maximise performance and minimise delays.
• Monitor production progress to ensure it is following the agreed schedule, advise the production management team of any deviations and contribute to possible corrective actions.
• Address issues as they arise, aiming for minimum disruption to the delivery date requested by the Customer.
• Work cross‑functionally with other departments to ensure collaborative working that increases production adherence to plans, productivity and on time delivery.
• Prepare data‑driven analytical reports about production processes.
• Identify issues and contribute to potential resolutions.
• Assist the Senior Production Planner to analyse trends and forecasts to inform and improve the planning process.
• Provide cover to other colleagues as required due to absences and provide training/knowledge share to less experienced team members.

Candidate

• Proven experience in a production planning role within manufacturing.
• Hands‑on experience using ERP systems.
• Skilled in identifying and resolving planning‑related production issues.
• Knowledge or experience within a small‑batch manufacturing environment is useful.
• Experience implementing a system (ERP or CRM) would be useful.
• Strong track record of cross‑functional collaboration, particularly with Customer Services and Operations teams.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with solid working knowledge of Microsoft Word.
• Familiarity with IFS ERP system is highly desirable.
• Excellent command of Business English, both written and verbal.

Client

Our client prides themselves on their innovation, service and performance. They are committed to delivering high quality products. This is a great opportunity for someone to join a successful, global business and become a key player in delivering against ambitious growth plans.

Additional job titles/skills

• Production Scheduler
• Materials Planner
• Application Support Analyst (ERP)
• Technical Support Specialist (ERP)
• Production Planner