Production Planner

JR United Kingdom; Witney; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production & Scheduling Coordinator to enhance their operations team. This pivotal role involves developing and managing production schedules, ensuring effective resource allocation, and facilitating communication across departments. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in production planning, enjoy a fast-paced environment, and possess excellent organizational skills. Join a forward-thinking manufacturer where your contributions will directly impact operational efficiency and product quality, and help drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience in production planning or scheduling in manufacturing.
• Strong proficiency in planning systems and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed production schedules to meet customer requirements.
• Maintain clear communication across teams to synchronize planning efforts.

Skills

Production Planning

Scheduling

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Education

Degree in Supply Chain Management

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP Software

Planning Systems

Job description

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Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm

Reporting to: Senior Management

About the Role:

On behalf of our client, a well-established and forward-thinking manufacturer, we are looking to appoint an experienced Production & Scheduling Coordinator to support their growing operations team. This is a key role, focused on ensuring production schedules are met, resources are effectively allocated, and communication between departments remains clear and consistent.

This opportunity is ideal for someone with a strong background in production planning who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and has a talent for organisation and collaboration.

Main Responsibilities:

• Planning & Scheduling: Develop and manage detailed production schedules in line with customer requirements and company objectives. Work closely with departments including Sales, Procurement, Design, and Manufacturing to ensure smooth execution.
• Interdepartmental Liaison: Maintain clear and proactive communication across teams to synchronise planning efforts, resolve scheduling issues, and provide status updates.
• Order Review & Delivery Commitments: Assess incoming sales orders and confirm feasible delivery dates. Support in tracking project and product contracts, and assist with cost estimation.
• Repairs Scheduling: Approve and plan customer repair work, ensuring capacity and turnaround times are well managed.
• Issue Resolution: Identify potential delays or bottlenecks in production and implement corrective actions to maintain workflow efficiency.
• Reporting: Compile and analyse reports on production performance, providing insights to help drive improvements.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to initiatives aimed at streamlining operations, reducing costs, and enhancing product quality.

What We’re Looking For:

• Education: Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent hands-on industry experience.
• Experience: 2–3 years’ experience in a similar production planning or scheduling role within a manufacturing environment.
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency with planning systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Experience with ERP software is highly advantageous.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret data, forecast accurately, and make informed decisions to support production efficiency.
• Process Knowledge: Familiar with manufacturing processes and lean/continuous improvement methodologies.
• Communication: Clear and confident communicator, capable of building strong working relationships across multiple departments.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and organisation when managing schedules and monitoring output.
• Problem-Solving: A proactive approach to identifying challenges and delivering effective, practical solutions.