Senior Production Planner & Scheduling Lead

The Workshop; Ash; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Ash is seeking a Production Planning Manager to oversee and coordinate production planning processes. Responsibilities include developing production schedules, collaborating with departments, and ensuring production targets and quality standards are met. A Bachelor's degree or relevant experience in production management is required, along with analytical and communication skills. Benefits include 33 days of 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 in Production Management, Industrial Engineering, or significant experience in a related field.
• Experience in the manufacturing industry, preferably Aerospace.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and practices.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in production planning software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Production Management or Industrial Engineering

Certification in production and inventory management (CPIM)

Tools

Production planning software

Job description

A manufacturing company in Ash is seeking a Production Planning Manager to oversee and coordinate production planning processes. Responsibilities include developing production schedules, collaborating with departments, and ensuring production targets and quality standards are met. A Bachelor's degree or relevant experience in production management is required, along with analytical and communication skills. Benefits include 33 days of holiday, life assurance, and a pension scheme.