At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and coordinate production activities to ensure timely material availability.
- Company: Established engineering and manufacturing business with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Collaborative atmosphere with opportunities for growth and learning.
- Why this job: Join a team that drives continuous improvement and supports customer delivery needs.
- Qualifications: Experience in MRP, ERP systems, and complex manufacturing environments required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
An established engineering and manufacturing business is looking to appoint an experienced Planner to join its production team. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and coordinating shop-floor activity to ensure materials are available at the right time and in the right place. The role focuses on creating executable production plans that consider capacity, support customer delivery requirements, and drive continuous improvement across planning processes. Experience in MRP, ERP systems, complex manufacturing environments, and kitting is essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and coordinate shop-floor activity to support production schedules
- Manage and prioritise kitting activities to ensure production readiness
- Prioritise materials and issues across Goods In, Stores, Dispatch, Purchasing and Engineering
- Liaise with Purchasing to confirm material availability and quality of supply
- Maintain full material traceability throughout the shop floor
- Raise, manage and close Works Orders in line with MRP
- Review, assess and action MRP exception messages
- Align with Operations to support sales forecasting and site planning activities
- Maintain MRP parameters in line with company policies
- Communicate proactively with Customer Services regarding updates, issues and resolutions
- Work within a cross-functional team to meet customer and delivery targets
- Demonstrate an understanding of regulated manufacturing environments
Manufacturing Planner in Ashford employer: Mane Contract Services
Join a leading engineering and manufacturing business that values innovation and teamwork, where your role as a Manufacturing Planner will be pivotal in driving production efficiency. With a strong focus on employee development, we offer comprehensive training programmes and opportunities for career advancement, all within a supportive work culture that encourages collaboration and continuous improvement. Located in a vibrant area, our company provides a dynamic environment that fosters creativity and rewards dedication, making it an excellent place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
