At a Glance
- Tasks: Create and manage production schedules to keep operations running smoothly.
- Company: Join a dynamic FMCG manufacturing site in Wrexham.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, immediate start, and a chance to make an impact.
- Other info: Perfect for those looking for immediate opportunities in a thriving industry.
- Why this job: Be a key player in a fast-paced environment and enhance your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in production planning or supply chain roles is essential.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 45000 £ per year.
Immediate Temporary Opportunity – Production Planner Scheduler
Job Reward: £40,000 – £45,000 (DOE)
Job Availability - Immediate start preferred
Job Location: Wrexham area
Job Type: Site-based, Monday to Friday
I'm currently supporting a fast-paced, highly automated FMCG manufacturing site in the Wrexham area with an urgent requirement for a Production Planner / Scheduler to join on a temporary contract basis, minimum 3 months ongoing. This is a key position within a high-volume process and packaging environment, where accurate planning and agile scheduling are critical to maintaining maximum operational efficiency.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain daily and weekly production schedules aligned to customer demand and service levels
- Sequence production across automated processes and packaging lines to optimise efficiency and minimise changeovers
- Manage capacity planning, line utilisation, and bottlenecks within a high-speed manufacturing environment
- Coordinate materials availability, packaging requirements, and production priorities
- Support planning for promotions, seasonal demand, and NPD launches
- Liaise with operations, engineering, supply chain, and procurement teams to ensure plan adherence
- Monitor and adjust schedules in real-time to respond to downtime, supply issues, or demand changes
- Drive continuous improvement across planning accuracy, OTIF, waste reduction, and throughput
What We're Looking For
- Experience as a Production Planner, Scheduler, Supply Chain Planner, or Inventory Planner, or Scheduler
- Background in FMCG, food & drink, or other fast-paced manufacturing environments
- Proven experience planning within automated, high-volume process and packaging operations
- Strong working knowledge of SAP / APO (or similar ERP/MRP systems) and advanced Excel
- Ability to balance short-term scheduling with operational constraints and demand changes
- A proactive individual who can hit the ground running and deliver immediate value
Why Apply?
- Join a high-performing, fast-paced FMCG site
- Play a critical role in production continuity and operational performance
- Opportunity to make a visible, immediate impact
- Ideal for those available now or between roles
If you're becoming immediately available and interested in your next contract opportunity, I'd love to hear from you: 0113 212 3519
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