Production Planner and Systems support in Tamworth, Staffordshire

Energy Jobline CVL; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing firm in Tamworth is seeking a Production Planner to optimize manufacturing operations using modern ERP systems. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in production planning and control, strong ERP knowledge, and excellent communication skills. The role offers a salary between £45,000 and £50,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years MRP / ERP and MPS experience in Logistics, Production Planning and Control environments.
• A full understanding of the Planning principles of E.R.P. and M.R.P.
• Experience of working in a Precision Component environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyse SO report requirements.
• Create the M/C Shop Production Plan, identifying risk and monitor recovery.
• Liaise with customers daily to ensure effective communication.

Skills

MRP / ERP experience

Production Planning

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

IT Literate including MS Office Excel

Education

NVQ level 3 or above

Tools

ERP Software

MS Office Excel

Job description

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Infinity Employment is looking for a Production Planner and Systems support for an industry leading specialist, manufacturing precision components for aviation, tooling, automotive, F1 and defence industries. The objective of the role is to plan the company’s manufacturing operations to optimize the service to customers in terms of flexibility and delivery. Using and developing modern ERP/MRP systems to support the businesses growth.

Salary: £45,000- £50,000 per year

Location: Permanent position based in Tamworth

General Responsibilities / Requirements

• Monitor and analyse SO report requirements highlighting possible constraints and risks
• Create the M/C Shop Production Plan, identifying risk & monitor recovery
• Progress and expedite shortages to achieve OTDIF and reduce Leadtime
• Issue WO’s (Job Packs) and Work to Lists agreeing thru-put targets with Works Managers, managing output to agreed OTDIF targets
• Communicates by “exception” risk and/or concerns to allow recovery action planning
• Review routings and other ERP data as necessary
• Assist in implementing and usage of Production Scheduler and ERP Software
• Participate in Continuous Improvement activity within own and other departments
• Collection and analysis of data from key machines and operations
• Liaise with customers daily to ensure effective communication
• “Hands On” attitude to the role and a real team member
• Ability to amend routings to suit a changing environment

Continuous Improvement

• Ensure all production team members are able and complete daily ERP booking correctly
• Report and resolve OTDIF issues thru the daily production meeting & management structure
• Agrees ROL/ROQ levels on made to stock parts and obtains financial sign off
• Ensures tools and technique are developed to “best practice” working with ERP System
• Produce capacity analysis identifying bottle necks to be resolved by others.
• Promotes a “Visual Management” method of communication with the Shopfloor
• Involved in the company wide roll out of QRM principles to support the strategic growth.

Key Measurables

• OTDIF and Leadtime Reduction (QRM)
• Production efficiency
• Production plan adherence
• Sales arrears

Qualifications / Experience required

• A minimum of 3 years MRP / ERP and MPS experience, gained within Logistics, Production Planning and Control environment.
• NVQ level 3 qualified or above qualification
• IT Literate including MS Office Excel
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Excellent organisational skills
• A full understanding of the Planning principles of E.R.P. and M.R.P
• Able to work with IT systems and possess a high level of PC literacy.
• Experience of working in a Precision Component environment

Personal attributes

• Self-Motivated / Managed displaying leadership when appropriate and the ability to train others
• Production Planning & Control skills with a good understanding of products and processes
• Flexible team player who, shares knowledge & works well with others with good communication, negotiation & persuasion skills

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