£30K/yr
Wales, United Kingdom
Permanent, Variable

Production Planner

Posted by Jonathan Lee Recruitment.

Do you have production planning experience, and are you seeking a new job in Maesteg? Jonathan Lee Recruitment is helping a collaborative company recruit a Production Planner, and the role comes with an excellent salary and benefits package.

As a Production Planner, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and effective planning of production activities to meet customer demands and maximise operational performance.

In your first few weeks in this Production Planner role, you can expect to:

  • Develop and maintain production schedules to meet customer orders while optimising resource utilisation and minimising lead times
  • Collaborate with sales, marketing, and customer service teams to gather demand forecasts and prioritise production activities accordingly
  • Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, components, and finished goods to ensure availability and prevent stockouts or excess inventory
  • Analyse production capacity and identify opportunities for improvement to increase efficiency and reduce costs
  • Coordinate with the procurement team to ensure timely availability of materials and components needed for production

To apply for this Production Planner role, your soft skills, expertise and experience should include:

  • Proficiency in using production planning software and tools, such as ERP systems and MRP systems
  • Good analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills
  • The ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills

In return for your passion, collaborative approach and commitment, you'll receive a generous salary and benefits package, and join a friendly and inclusive culture.

If this full-time Production Planner job in Maesteg motivates and inspires you, please contact Jonathan Lee Recruitment today. We'd love to help you get your next role.

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