Production Planner / Controller

GetRecruited UK Ltd; Crewe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international manufacturer in Crewe seeks a Production Planner to optimise production schedules and enhance efficiency. The ideal candidate will have experience in production planning, strong knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365, and excellent Excel skills. You will enjoy a salary up to £45,000 plus bonus, 25 days holiday, and career progression opportunities in a supportive culture.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Collaborative culture

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in production planning/scheduling in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 BC or Navision.
• Detail-oriented with proficient Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Own and optimise the production schedule for on-time delivery.
• Ensure balance of capacity, materials, and risk.
• Drive performance with KPIs and reporting.

Skills

Production planning

Microsoft Dynamics 365 BC

Excel skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Job description

Overview

Production Planner — Crewe — Up to £45,000 Plus Bonus

This isn’t just another Production Planner role. It’s a chance to step into a well-established but rapidly growing international manufacturer that is already a market leader and play a pivotal part in taking their operations to the next level. Following the roll out of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, this business is on a journey to make its production planning world-class. They need someone who can bring structure, clarity, and confidence to the entire operation from raw material procurement right through to on-time customer delivery.

The Role:

• Own and optimise the production schedule to ensure customers get what they need, when they need it.
• Balance capacity, materials, and risk with calm precision.
• Drive transparency with KPIs and reporting that lift performance across the board.
• Knit together multiple teams and divisions into one smooth, collaborative supply chain.

You:

• Experience in production planning/scheduling (manufacturing background ideal).
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 BC (or Navision) planning modules.
• Analytical, methodical, and detail-focused with excellent Excel skills.
• Calm, proactive, and solutions-driven under pressure.
• Exposure to lean, MRP II, or theory of constraints is a plus.

What’s on offer

• £40,000 - £45,000 + bonus.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• A supportive, collaborative culture.
• Clear opportunities to grow and progress your career.
• The chance to shape production planning in a thriving, international market leader.

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