Production Planner in Lytham St Annes

About Us

We’re a dynamic manufacturing business committed to delivering high-quality products and exceptional service. Our Operations team plays a vital role in ensuring efficiency and excellence across the production process.

The Role

As a Production Planner, you’ll be at the heart of our manufacturing operations, working closely with the Operations Director and key stakeholders to ensure the availability of finished goods in line with company objectives. You’ll lead the Sales and Operations planning process, develop production schedules, and manage stock movements to optimise efficiency and meet customer demand.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop annual production plans and identify gaps
• Lead the Sales & Operations planning process
• Oversee and optimise production schedules with the Production Manager
• Maintain minimum/maximum levels of Work In Progress (WIP)
• Manage batch usage and stock movement within the Stock Management System (e.g., SAGE)
• Control generation of new item codes and Bills of Materials (BOM)
• Provide KPI reports on conformance to plan, machine efficiency, and production waste

Specific Duties Include

• Preparing 12-week manufacturing schedules based on forecasts and stock levels
• Liaising with Purchasing, Quality Control, and Marketing to ensure smooth operations
• Generating monthly order requirements for UK and subsidiaries
• Allocating batches efficiently and reconciling wastage in line with regulations
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives with senior management

About You

You’ll have strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Experience with stock management systems and production planning is essential, along with excellent communication skills to collaborate across departments.

Pay and Conditions

• Monday – Friday 8-5, fully on-site
• 22 days holiday, plus bank holidays (increasing to 25 days after 2 calendar years’ service)
• Employee Reward and Recognition Schemes

Benefits

• Company Pension
• Employee Assistance Program
• On‑Site Parking
• Referral programmeSubsidised Cafeteria
• Employee Discount
• Free On‑site Gym
• Private Health Care (after 1 year of service)
• Profit Share Scheme (after 2 years’ of service)
• Opportunities for professional development

Apply Now

If you’re ready to take on a key role in our operations team and help us deliver excellence, we’d love to hear from you.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
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