Production Planner & Scheduler

Production Planner & Scheduler – Manufacturing – East Sussex – Up to £38,000

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About the company

We are working with a leading manufacturer who are recruiting for a Production Planner & Scheduler to join the operations team.

The company operates in a fast-paced, commercially driven environment focused on delivering high-quality products to a global customer base. You\’ll be part of a skilled and motivated team committed to developing best-practice manufacturing and supply chain techniques.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and managing the production plan within the company\’s ERP system, ensuring customer delivery commitments are met and satisfaction is consistently maintained. This role will require close collaboration with internal departments to ensure smooth production flow, accurate stock control and efficient planning of resource and materials.

Production Planner & Scheduler – The Details

Paying up to £38,000
Flexible working hours – Excellent work/life balance
Various discounts, perks and benefits
Option to purchase holidays
Great holiday allowance
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Employee Assistance Programme Production Planner & Scheduler – Responsibilities & Requirements

Create, modify, and maintain production plans within the ERP/MRP system to meet delivery targets
Coordinate with Sales, Production, and Procurement teams to align forecasts and business needs
Load and manage product forecasts and Works Orders within the ERP system
Ensure materials and components are available to meet production demand
Verify accurate completion and cost processing of Works Orders
Maintain and optimise ERP data, including Bills of Materials (BOMs) and planning parameters
Support accurate stock reporting and inventory control, including weekly stock counts
Produce regular reports and performance metrics related to inventory, stock accuracy, and forecasting
Collaborate with Design Engineering on new product introductions and engineering change notices (ECNs)
Provide cover for related manufacturing support roles when required
Carry out additional tasks as requested by management
Proven experience in production planning within an electro-mechanical manufacturing environment
Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems, including MPS and MRP modules
Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and ability to learn complex software
Excellent process understanding from materials movement through to finished goods
Competent in Microsoft Office applications
Strong communication, organisation, and time management skills
Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working with minimal supervision
Team-oriented with flexibility to adapt to business needs
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