At a Glance
- Tasks: Create and manage production plans to ensure smooth operations and meet customer demand.
- Company: Join Samworth Brothers, a trusted family business with a strong team spirit.
- Benefits: Enjoy health support, employee discounts, annual pay reviews, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible processes and a commitment to diversity and inclusion for all employees.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in food manufacturing while developing your skills in a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in production planning or supply chain, with strong data and Excel skills.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
As a Production Planner, you will help the site run smoothly every day. You'll make sure the right products are planned at the right time, using accurate information, clear schedules and strong communication. Your work will help the business meet customer demand while controlling waste, stock and cost.
Create daily and weekly production plans so the factory knows what to make and when. Make sure materials and stock are available for each production run. Work with Operations, Technical, Supply Chain, Commercial and other teams to keep plans aligned. Update forecasts and planning information to reflect changes in demand. Spot risks early — such as shortages, delays or bottlenecks — and escalate when needed. Monitor production performance versus plan and update systems with live information. Support meetings by sharing clear updates on stock, service and performance. Keep all planning data and systems accurate and up to date.
You will have experience in production planning, supply chain or operations, bringing confidence working with data, planning systems and Excel, with a good understanding of how production works in a food manufacturing setting.
We're building a workplace where different ways of thinking are not just welcomed but supported, with clear communication, flexible processes, and a commitment to continuous improvement so everyone can thrive.
- Company pension scheme
- Access to health and well-being support, such as healthcare, optical and dental discounts
- Employee discount scheme
- Experience annual pay reviews
- Opportunity for extended leave
- Free on-site parking
- Unlock your potential through training and growth opportunities
Samworth Brothers is a fourth-generation family business, trusted by many of the UK's best-known retailers to produce high-quality own-label products. Alongside these, we're proud to craft and deliver our own iconic brands, including Ginsters, Soreen, Higgidy, Dickinson & Morris, Urban Eat, West Cornwall Pasty Company, and Walker & Son.
With over 10,000 talented colleagues working across our modern, well-invested food manufacturing sites nationwide, we're committed to excellence in everything we do—from the food we make to the careers we build. Our collaborative approach and strong team spirit help us support one another and achieve great things together. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer making diversity and inclusion a core part of everything we do.
Scheduler Production Planner in Leicester employer: Samworth Brothers
At Samworth Brothers, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture. Our hybrid working model allows for flexibility, while our commitment to employee development ensures that you have ample opportunities for growth within the finance team. Located in a vibrant area, we offer a supportive environment where your contributions are valued, making this role not just a job, but a meaningful career path.
