Production Supervisor / Planner

Kinetic PLC; Dukinfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A large international manufacturing company is seeking a Production Planner / Production Supervisor based in Dukinfield. This contract role involves managing the order fulfilment process, ensuring efficient supply chain operations, and requires strong planning and communication skills. Candidates must be energetic and confident, with prior experience in manufacturing planning, to effectively liaise with various departments and manage busy operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing planning or fulfilment.
• Confident telephone manner and excellent communication skills.
• Able to work under pressure and manage busy periods.

Responsibilities

• Managing all orders site wide and planning the orders for the day.
• Converting incoming orders into jobs for the production team.
• Communicating effectively with sales, supply chain departments, and customers.

Skills

Planning experience

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Familiarity with supply chain systems

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Outlook

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Client:

Kinetic PLC

Location:

Dukinfield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

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Job Description:

Kinetic are recruiting for a Production Planner /Production Supervisor to work within a large, international manufacturing company based in Dukinfield. The company manufacture everyday products that are used in households and business throughout the UK and Europe. You, along with the manger, will ensure the efficient flow of the supply chain process.This is a contract position which is working for a minimum of 10 -15 months. If you are interested in the position you must be able to commit to this time and more. As the Order Fulfilment/Production Planner, you will be:* Managing all orders site wide. * Converting incoming orders into jobs for the production team in a timely manner* Planning the orders for the day and distributing to the production team* Working from 2 ERP systems* Understanding and managing the OTIF and budgetary requirements* Speaking to customers and companies on the phone and on Teams * Regularly speaking to the sales & supply chain departments to plan the orders for the machines and the operators.* Attending meetings - via teams and face to face For this Planning role, we are looking for someone that is energetic, confident, and outgoing along with:* Planning experience within manufacturing* Experience of Fulfilment and/or Warehouse Administration is vital* Confident telephone manner and able to converse with operators to directors.* Able to work under pressure and manage busy periods.* Working knowledge of Microsoft Packages (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook)* Able and willing to work in an office environment but can also go on the shop floor when required.* Familiarity with supply chain systems and operations is a must. * Excellent communication skills - written and oral* Right to work in the UK This is Contract position that would suit an ex team leader or supervisor who has experience within planning. You will receive * £14.00ph * 08.45 - 17.00* Monday to Friday* Excellent company to work for and looks great on your cv! As mentioned, if you are interested in the position, you MUST be able to commit to the role being contract. If you can, then please apply online with an up-to-date CV. Kinetic plc is a Recruitment Consultancy with over 40 years of experience of delivering staffing solutions to the engineering, manufacturing and technical industries. Kinetic plc treats all applications with a high degree of care, we review all submissions and will attempt to contact applicants who match the job profile. Those that do not meet the specification may not be contacted but their CV retained to be considered against future opportunities.