Production Planning Manager

Workshop Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Production Planning Manager to oversee production efficiency. Responsibilities include developing schedules, coordinating departments, and ensuring targets are met while maintaining quality. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Production Management or similar, with experience in the manufacturing sector, preferably Aerospace. Benefits include 33 days holiday, life assurance, and a pension scheme.

Benefits

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Life assurance

Pension: employee 5%, employer 3%

Discretionary bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or significant experience in Production Management.
• Experience in the manufacturing industry, Aerospace a plus.
• Certification in production and inventory management (CPIM) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules to meet customer demands.
• Coordinate with purchasing for timely procurement of materials.
• Monitor production processes and adjust schedules as needed.

Skills

Production Management

Quality Control

Lean Manufacturing

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Production Management or Industrial Engineering

Tools

Production Planning Software

Job description

Our client specialises in manufacturing different gearing systems. They are currently looking for a Production Planning Manager who is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the production planning process to ensure efficient and timely production of goods. This role involves managing production schedules, coordinating with various departments, and ensuring that production targets are met while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain production schedules to meet customer demands and production targets.
• Coordinate with the purchasing department to ensure timely procurement of materials and
• supplies.
• Monitor production processes and adjust schedules as needed to address any issues or delays.
• Collaborate with the quality control team to ensure that all products meet quality standards.
• Analyse production data and generate reports to identify areas for improvement / SIOP / Load &
• Cap analysis.
• Implement and maintain production planning software and tools.
• Communicate production plans and schedules to relevant departments and stakeholders.
• Optimise Production output working with a team of Production Planners / Managers and
• Coordinators.

Skills and Qualifications/experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Production Management, Industrial Engineering, or significant experience
• in a related field.
• Experience in the manufacturing industry, Aerospace a plus.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and practices.
• Certification in production and inventory management (CPIM) or similar
• Proven experience in production planning and scheduling.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in production planning software and tools.

Benefits

• 33 days holiday including bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Pension: employee 5%, employer 3%
• Discretionary bonus scheme