At a Glance
- Tasks: Support production planners in creating and managing schedules to meet targets.
- Company: Market-leading manufacturer in Trafford Park with a focus on growth.
- Benefits: £24,454 salary, annual bonus, private medical, 33 days holiday, and early finish Fridays.
- Other info: Great career progression opportunities and exposure to Lean principles.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and contribute to innovative production processes.
- Qualifications: Strong IT skills, communication abilities, and problem-solving mindset required.
My client, a market leading manufacturer based in Trafford Park, is looking for a Production Planning Assistant to join the team due to continued expansion. The Production Planning Assistant role supports Production Planners in developing, distributing, and managing short- to mid-term production schedules to align with company output and production targets. Additionally, it involves monitoring scheduled output feasibility and contributing to the development of a standardised, system-driven planning process. The role also provides holiday cover for Production Planners to ensure continuity in scheduling and production flow.
Responsibilities of the Production Planning Assistant:
- Analyse customer and production demand to develop short- and medium-term production schedules.
- Oversee daily production progress by facilitating or participating in production meetings with managers.
- Monitor and ensure the timely closure of completed jobs.
- Coordinate with the commercial team on workflow and order levels.
- Liaise with production teams to track progress and identify potential risks.
- Identify and communicate material shortages, working closely with materials and purchasing teams.
- Assist in current and future Epicor projects to enhance operational efficiency.
Experience we are looking for in a Production Planning Assistant:
- Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Excel (Epicor experience is advantageous but not essential).
- Excellent communication and written skills.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
- Exposure to Lean principles.
- Understanding of ERP systems and planning principles (experience with Epicor, SAP, or similar platforms preferred).
Benefits you will receive as Production Planning Assistant:
- 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays (in full year Jan to Dec); pro-rata when joining partway through the year – 2 days per month; to save up to 4 days for Christmas shutdown (3 days in 2026).
- Healthcare Plan.
- Death in Service Insurance.
- Pension scheme.
- Holiday Purchase – can purchase up to 5 days holiday.
- Early finish on a Friday.
- Career Progression.
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