Strategic Production Planner for Scheduling & Throughput

Vickerstock; Belfast; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing business in Northern Ireland is looking for a dedicated Production Planning Specialist to take ownership of production schedules. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment and a degree in a relevant discipline. Key responsibilities include translating supply plans into schedules, monitoring performance, and ensuring materials and resources are available. Competitive benefits include a 10% bonus and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Up to 10% bonus

9% employer pension contribution

Private Medical

Group Life Insurance

Qualifications

• 3 years' experience in production planning, scheduling, or a similar manufacturing role.
• Experience working closely with supply planning and production teams.
• Proficient in analysing machine and operator loading.

Responsibilities

• Translating monthly supply plans into detailed daily and weekly production schedules.
• Planning and allocating work orders across production lines.
• Monitoring production performance and adjusting schedules to manage backlogs.

Skills

Production planning

Scheduling

Capacity planning

Root cause analysis

Resource utilization

Education

Degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or a related discipline

Tools

ERP systems

Production planning systems

Job description

A global manufacturing business in Northern Ireland is looking for a dedicated Production Planning Specialist to take ownership of production schedules. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment and a degree in a relevant discipline. Key responsibilities include translating supply plans into schedules, monitoring performance, and ensuring materials and resources are available. Competitive benefits include a 10% bonus and private medical insurance.