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Are you a detail-oriented professional with a knack for optimizing production schedules and enhancing efficiency? We’re looking for a Production Planner to join our team and take charge of coordinating and streamlining our production operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and are passionate about improving productivity and meeting customer satisfaction, this is the role for you!
Key Responsibilities:
Production Scheduling:
- Develop and manage production schedules to align with customer demands, inventory levels, and production capacity.
- Coordinate with procurement, labor management, and manufacturing teams to ensure timely availability of resources.
- Adjust schedules as needed to address delays, equipment issues, and other variables.
Inventory Management:
- Monitor raw materials and component stock levels to ensure continuous production flow while avoiding overstocking.
- Collaborate with the procurement team to manage material shortages and prevent production stoppages.
Capacity Planning:
- Analyze production capacity and workload, identify bottlenecks, and recommend solutions.
- Work with manufacturing teams to optimize labor and machinery utilization.
Demand Forecasting:
- Collaborate with sales and marketing to predict product demand and adjust production plans accordingly.
- Utilize forecasting data for long-term planning and budgeting.
Cost Control:
- Identify opportunities for cost savings by optimizing resources and reducing waste.
- Monitor and report on production costs, ensuring adherence to budgets.
Process Improvement:
- Implement and promote continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and output quality.
- Refine production planning processes to improve accuracy and responsiveness.
Reporting:
- Provide regular reports on production performance, highlighting areas of improvement and successful KPIs.
- Present data and strategic recommendations to management.
Benefits:
Competitive salary, with regular performance reviews
Full access to our internal and external training and development
Volunteering Days - 1 day per year per employee are dedicated to Charity work
Life Assurance - 4 x salary
After successful completion of probation;
Enhanced Pension Contributions
Private Medical with BUPA.
Medical CashPlan
Professional Fees reimbursement
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
If this looks like a great opportunity for you, please do not hesitate to contact us directly or submit your CV to join Reds10
