At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and coordinate production to ensure everything runs smoothly and efficiently.
- Company: Join a well-established Essex business with a focus on teamwork and organisation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive culture, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team that values your contributions and career development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic production environment where your skills shine.
- Qualifications: Experience in production planning, strong communication, and problem-solving skills.
The predicted salary is between 27900 - 34100 £ per year.
Outskirts of Colchester £27,000 - £35,000 | Permanent
Ready to take your planning skills to the next level? Polkadotfrog are delighted to be partnering with a fantastic Essex-based business as they look to welcome an experienced Production Planner to their team. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives on organisation, enjoys keeping things moving and has a keen eye for detail. You will play a key role in ensuring production runs smoothly, efficiently and to schedule.
What will you be doing?
- As Production Planner, you will take ownership of the planning and coordination of production, making sure the right materials, equipment and work orders are in place at the right time.
- Planning, scheduling and coordinating the production of a wide range of products.
- Evaluating raw materials and equipment to ensure everything is ready for production.
- Creating, distributing and booking in Works Orders.
- Monitoring production progress and proactively resolving any issues or delays.
- Working closely with internal teams to keep production running efficiently.
What are we looking for?
- Previous experience in a production planning environment.
- Organised, proactive and confident communicating with people at all levels.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving.
- The ability to manage priorities and keep things on track in a busy production environment.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established Essex business where your planning expertise will make a real difference. If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership, stay busy and be a key part of a successful production operation, we'd love to hear from you.
At Polkadotfrog, we are committed to creating a positive and inclusive recruitment experience for every applicant. We welcome requests for reasonable adjustments and are happy to provide information in alternative formats where needed. Our specialist consultants are passionate about building long-term relationships through honesty, transparency and a genuinely people-focused approach.
Production Planner in Colchester employer: Polkadotfrog
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