Production Planner - High-Precision Manufacturing

Michael Page (UK); England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and manufacturing company in the UK is seeking a Production Planner to develop production schedules, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and analyze production performance. Ideal candidates will have experience in production planning, strong understanding of MRP systems, and excellent analytical skills. The company offers a competitive salary and benefits including 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Medicash

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in production planning or scheduling role within manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems, preferably in a low-volume, high-precision environment.
• Excellent organisational and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining production schedules.
• Collaborating with Procurement and Stores teams.
• Monitoring capacity, lead times, and work orders.
• Supporting new product introductions.
• Analysing production performance data.
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Production planning experience

Understanding of MRP/ERP systems

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Job description

A leading design and manufacturing company in the UK is seeking a Production Planner to develop production schedules, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and analyze production performance. Ideal candidates will have experience in production planning, strong understanding of MRP systems, and excellent analytical skills. The company offers a competitive salary and benefits including 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.