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Operations Planner, East Kilbride, £35,000 - £37,000 DOE + Bonus
We're currently recruiting for an Operations Planner to join a manufacturing business based in East Kilbride. This is a key role that supports the wider operations function, helping to create achievable schedules, manage materials effectively, and ensure production targets are met across the site.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of manufacturing planning, be confident using MRP/ERP systems, and be comfortable working closely with production, procurement, and sales teams to keep things running smoothly.
What you'll be doing:
- Creating, updating and maintaining the production schedule
- Developing materials and capacity plans to ensure availability and alignment with production goals
- Monitoring and adjusting plans to respond to changes, risks or delays
- Running regular production reviews and collaborating with internal teams to stay ahead of issues
- Streamlining planning processes to improve efficiency and workflow
- Working closely with sales, procurement, and production to maintain alignment across departments
- Generating reports on schedule performance, risks, and key deliverables
What we're looking for:
- Experience in a manufacturing planning or scheduling role
- Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems and production workflows
- Familiarity with bills of material and routings (preferred but not essential)
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- Detail-focused and confident working independently
- Proactive and organised, with the ability to manage changing priorities
What you can expect:
- £35,000 - £37,000 salary depending on experience
- 4 day working week - Monday to Thursday, 37.5 hours
- Twice-yearly company bonus scheme
- Company pension scheme
- Death in service benefit
- Cycle to Work Scheme and Electric Car Scheme
- Free on-site parking
If you're confident in planning operations, solving problems, and keeping production on track, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing and supportive team. Apply now!
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