Production Planner in Abercanaid

Production Planner Location:
Merthyr Duration:
6 months with extension, possibility of temp-to-perm IR35 Status:
Inside IR35 Working Pattern:
Possibility of hybrid after training is completed Start Date:
ASAP
Purpose The Production Planner is responsible for delivering effective capacity and material planning to support operational performance. Working as part of a small team, this role ensures ERP/MRP systems are optimised to enable efficient production flow, accurate data management, and successful project delivery.
Responsibilities Develop and manage capacity planning activities in collaboration with the Production Scheduler, ensuring optimal utilisation of resources and alignment with maintenance cycles. Plan and manage material demand and stock control through the ERP/MRP system in line with customer requirements. Ensure capacity planning is fully integrated within ERP/MRP systems to optimise delivery performance, efficiency, and cost. Manage and maintain data accuracy within the ERP system (IFS), including actioning MRP messages and resolving stock-related queries. Load projects into the system following design release, including Master Part setup and validation of key data fields. Release projects to planning, purchasing, and production in a timely manner. Process amendments within the MRP system, ensuring parts are at the latest issue and correctly allocated to jobs. Ensure all shop orders are correctly linked to parent orders to enable accurate cost tracking. Monitor and manage deviations from plan, particularly where there is financial impact. Support continuous improvement of planning systems, processes, and methodologies. Contribute planning input into bids and future project forecasting. Ensure timely project closure, including issuing all parts and enabling accurate cost roll-up for finance and project teams. Deliver MRP/ERP training to stakeholders to ensure effective system usage. Support operational activities such as stationery ordering where required.
Previous Experience Experience within a production planning or manufacturing engineering environment. Experience working in production, assembly, or vehicle build environments. Proven experience using ERP/MRP systems in a planning capacity.
Technical Skills / Education Strong experience in production or factory planning roles. Advanced knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and planning processes. Strong IT skills, including Excel and ERP systems. Understanding of capacity planning, inventory management, and production flow. Good communication skills with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders. Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Strong organisational and analytical skills. Experience with IFS ERP system (desirable). Understanding of project-based production systems (desirable). Knowledge of PLM systems (e.g. Windchill) (desirable). Experience in continuous improvement or process optimisation (desirable).
Additional Local Needs Full-time onsite role. Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment. Successful candidate must be able to obtain BPSS clearance.
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