At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage production schedules and improve operational performance in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
- Company: Large manufacturing company in Ipswich with a focus on innovation and efficiency.
- Benefits: Enjoy a 9-day working fortnight, competitive pay, and generous annual leave.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with opportunities for career growth and development.
- Why this job: Be a key player in optimising production and making a real impact on the business.
- Qualifications: Degree in Supply Chain or Engineering and 3+ years in production planning.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
A large manufacturing company located in Ipswich, Suffolk are currently recruiting for a Production Planner. This is a permanent role offering a competitive salary with some attractive benefits listed below.
Overview: As a Production Planner, you will play a key role in maintaining operational performance and scheduling in a manufacturing environment.
What does the role involve?
- Communicate schedule changes clearly and promptly to all relevant departments in the business
- Produce weekly KPI reporting, whilst making lean improvements within the business
- Escalate risks and bottlenecks to achieve the weekly plan, working closely with the production, purchasing and demand planning team
- Lead daily production meetings, reviewing prior day performance and recovery actions
- Execute weekly production plan and release work orders where required
Candidate requirements:
- Degree in Supply chain / engineering or similar
- 3 plus years experience within a production planning or scheduling position within a manufacturing environment
- Background working ERP/MRP systems (Ideally SAP)
- Strong excel skills as you will be required to analyse and report large data sets
- Good communication and organisational skills
Company perks:
- 9 day working fortnight
- Annual pay reviews
- Competitive rate of pay
- 30 days annual leave
- Enhanced company pension
- Life Assurance x 4
- EAP Program
- Eye care scheme
- Discounts on gym membership
- Winter flu vaccination
Production Planner employer: Prime Appointments
Join a large manufacturing company in Ipswich, Suffolk, where you will thrive in a dynamic work culture that values collaboration and innovation. With a commitment to employee growth, we offer a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and unique benefits such as a 9-day working fortnight and enhanced pension schemes, ensuring a rewarding and balanced work-life experience. Be part of a team that prioritises operational excellence and supports your professional development in a thriving industry.
