Production Planner in Dungannon

Role: Production Planner
Location: Dungannon, Northern Ireland
Hours: Full Time
Pay: £30,000 £35,000 (experience dependent)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Production Planner to join a leading food manufacturing business in the UKs fresh mushroom and plant-based retail sector.

Competitive salary package

Career progression and training opportunities

Cross-functional exposure across supply chain, procurement, and production

Supportive and innovative working environment

The Role:

• Develop and manage daily, weekly, and monthly production plans in line with forecasts and stock levels
• Adjust schedules in response to changing demand and supply conditions
• Coordinate with procurement to secure raw materials and packaging
• Collaborate with operations, warehousing, and logistics to align supply chain activities
• Analyse production data to identify bottlenecks and improve efficiency
• Maintain ERP/MRP planning systems and provide management reports
• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards in planning processes

The Requirements:

• Previous experience in production planning or scheduling, ideally in food manufacturing or FMCG
• Strong organisational, analytical, and communication skills
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and data-driven planning
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments to achieve results