Production Planner
Job Type: Full-time
Job Location: Penryn, Cornwall
Salary: £25k - £30k p.a
We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Production Planner to join our clients team in Penryn on a permanent basis. As a Manufacturing Production Planner, you will play a vital role in ensuring production schedules are met through careful production planning and materials management
Role & Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain conversion schedules to ensure timely delivery of orders.
- Plan and coordinate the use of eight conversion assets and packing area.
- Collaborate with production, sales, and customer service teams to align schedules with customer requirements.
- Monitor progress and adjust plans as necessary to address any delays or changes in priority.
- Proactively identify potential bottlenecks and implement solutions to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Communicate lead times and any changes effectively to all stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate records and reports on production and conversion activities.
- Continuously seek opportunities to improve planning processes and efficiency.
Skills/Experience Required:
- Proven experience in a planning or scheduling role, preferably within a manufacturing environment - Essential.
- Previous Line Management - Desirable
- Problem Solving / Process Improvement and application of - Desirable.
- Six Sigma, Lean manufacturing qualification - Desirable
- Familiarity with ERP/ MRP Systems - Desirable
- Proficiency in planning and scheduling software - Desirable
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- Forward-thinking and proactive approach.
- Outstanding communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
Hours/Benefits:
- 40-hour week with 30 min unpaid break
- Monday to Friday, 07:30 to 16:00
- Staff Pension
- Free Car Parking
- Qualification to Private Healthcare after 2 years' service
- 21 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + 4 Days Company Given Holiday ( Xmas Shut)
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