Production Planner – Penrith - Permanent - Full-time + £31,500

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd; Penrith; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment specialist firm in Penrith is seeking a detail-focused Operations Planner to manage raw material planning and production scheduling. The ideal candidate has experience in production or logistics and strong organizational skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £31,500 with opportunities for overtime. This role is part of a well-established feed mill operation, requiring compliance with ISO standards.

Benefits

Overtime available at 1.5x the standard rate

Rolling 3-shift schedule

Qualifications

• Previous experience in planning, production, or logistics role.
• Confident in stock management, scheduling, and reporting.
• Understanding of ISO standards (45001, 14001, 50001) is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan incoming raw materials and allocate to bins.
• Coordinate night production with transport.
• Maintain stock inventory and order spares as required.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Data management skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of ISO standards

Tools

P2P systems

Job description

Overview

Operations Planner
Penrith - Permanent - Full-time

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a detail-focused Operations Planner to join a well-established feed mill operation in Penrith. This is a key role responsible for raw material planning, production scheduling, dispatch, stock management, and administration to support compliance with Health & Safety, Quality, and Environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan incoming raw materials, sample, check paperwork on delivery, and allocate to raw material bins
• Carry out all weighbridge activities
• Plan night production, coordinating with transport to ensure the correct product and quantity is available
• Dispatch finished product in line with loading sheets
• Ensure stock inventory is regularly checked and maintained
• Source and order mill spares, consumables, and services as required
• Assist with administration of Health & Safety, Quality, and Environmental compliance, maintaining ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 50001 systems
• Assist with FLT cover and general mill cover, including preparation of micro additives, checking vehicles, and other tasks as needed
• Liaise with colleagues across the mill and office to ensure tasks are carried out efficiently and cost-effectively
• Raise purchase orders through P2P, receipting against work completed and maintaining discipline of the system
• Report and monitor OTIF (On Time in Full) performance, managing actions to resolve issues, and reporting tier information to site management
• Complete stock takes and manage formulations
• Oversee vehicle loading and dispatch processes
• Complete monthly SMR reports
• Enter KPI data into the portal, monitor KPI trends, and publish graphs monthly

Candidate

• Previous experience in a planning, production, or logistics role, ideally within feed milling, manufacturing, or agriculture
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills with the ability to work under pressure
• Confident in stock management, scheduling, and reporting
• IT literate with strong data management skills; knowledge of P2P systems desirable
• Understanding of ISO standards (45001, 14001, 50001) is highly advantageous
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work across departments
• Flexible, proactive, and willing to assist with wider mill operations as required

Package

• Salary: £31,500
• Overtime available at 1.5x the standard rate
• Rolling 3-shift schedule:
• Week 1: 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday to Saturday (1 Saturday in 3)
• Week 2: 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Monday to Friday
• Week 3: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday

Please email your CV to Grace Hartwell, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, [e-mail].

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