Production Planner - Flavor & Color Ops (Onsite 5d/wk)

Sensient Technologies; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite role

Training on onboarding

Development opportunities

Competitive salary

Job summary

Sensient Technologies Milton Keynes seeks a Production Planner to coordinate the manufacture of sweet and savory flavors in a fast-paced plant. You will build daily to monthly schedules, align with sales, logistics and production teams, and ensure resources are allocated efficiently to meet customer demand.

You will monitor ERP/MRP data, maintain accurate records, and drive continuous improvements in yield and line efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning- or scheduling-related roles.
• Strong analytical skills for complex data sets.
• Proficiency with DRP and MRP systems and processes.
• Knowledge of manufacturing capabilities and processing.
• Excellent organizational skills for daily task management.
• Clear oral and written communication; collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop daily, weekly and monthly production schedules to meet sales demands while optimizing efficiency and yield.
• Maintain accurate records for scheduling and ERP-related reports.
• Use MRP systems to manage inventory, reducing shortages and obsolescence.
• Coordinate with customer service to ensure timely shipments and work with internal teams for adjustments.
• Ensure availability of raw materials and components by coordinating with internal departments.
• Address issues such as out-of-code materials and formulation problems as required.

Skills

Production planning

Analytical thinking

MRP systems

Inventory management

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

MRP system

ERP system

Job description

Sensient Technologies Milton Keynes seeks a Production Planner to coordinate the manufacture of sweet and savory flavors in a fast-paced plant. You will build daily to monthly schedules, align with sales, logistics and production teams, and ensure resources are allocated efficiently to meet customer demand.

You will monitor ERP/MRP data, maintain accurate records, and drive continuous improvements in yield and line efficiency.