Production Planner

Michael Page; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus up to 10%

8% employer pension contribution

Private healthcare

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Job summary

Michael Page is representing a growing manufacturing business in the UK recruitment market. The role focuses on production planning, scheduling and close collaboration with supply chain, purchasing and operations to ensure on-time delivery.

Key responsibilities include creating production schedules, monitoring adherence, supporting capacity planning and KPI monitoring, with a strong emphasis on ERP/MRP systems and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in Production Planning, Scheduling or Supply Planning.
• Manufacturing environment experience.
• ERP/MRP systems knowledge.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain production schedules.
• Monitor schedule adherence and resolve issues.
• Support capacity and resource planning.
• Work with Supply Chain, Manufacturing and Customer Services teams.
• Escalate planning risks and service concerns.
• Maintain planning data and system records.
• Monitor KPIs and planning performance.
• Support continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Production Planning

Scheduling

Supply Planning

Organisational & communication skills

Tools

ERP/MRP systems knowledge

Job description

Join a growing manufacturing business, managing production schedules and working closely with supply chain, purchasing and operations teams to ensure on time delivery.

Client Details

Well established international manufacturer offering a collaborative culture, excellent benefits and long-term career opportunities.

Description

Key responsibilities:

• Create and maintain production schedules.
• Monitor schedule adherence and resolve issues.
• Support capacity and resource planning.
• Work with Supply Chain, Manufacturing and Customer Services teams.
• Escalate planning risks and service concerns.
• Maintain planning data and system records.
• Monitor KPIs and planning performance.
• Support continuous improvement activities.

Profile

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience in Production Planning, Scheduling or Supply Planning.
• Manufacturing environment experience.
• ERP/MRP systems knowledge.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Annual bonus of up to 10%
• 8% employer pension contribution
• Private healthcare
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Clear career progression within Supply Chain and Operations
• Collaborative and supportive working environment