Packaging Production Planner

Packaging Production Planner
Sevenoaks Full-time Hybrid Working (1 day WFH after probation)
Up to £38k benefits

Are you highly organised, great with detail and confident managing fast-moving production schedules? Join a market-leading, employee-owned packaging manufacturer known for innovation, high-quality print, and exceptional service to some of the UK’s most recognised brands.

As part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team, you’ll be the key link between sales, supply chain and manufacturing — ensuring production runs smoothly, efficiently and on time.

What you’ll do

• Build and maintain detailed production schedules across multiple print and packaging lines.
• Balance customer deadlines with machine capacity, ensuring maximum efficiency and minimal downtime.
• Monitor live jobs, adapt to changing priorities and communicate updates to stakeholders.
• Work closely with procurement and sales to ensure materials and stock levels align with customer demand.
• Spot opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste and increase productivity.

What you’ll need

• Proven experience in production planning — within print or packaging.
• Strong understanding of scheduling systems/ERP/MRP tools.
• Calm under pressure, with excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Sharp attention to detail, great organisation and clear communication.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Why join

• Salary up to £38,000 based on experience
• Hybrid working (1 day WFH per week after probation).
• Employee-owned business with a collaborative culture and long-term career growth opportunities.
• Great benefits: pension, annual bonus, private healthcare and more.
• Be part of a growing, future-focused business shaping the next generation of packaging.