Job Description
Brook Street Recruitment is proud to partner with a well-established and growing food manufacturing business based in Dungannon, who are seeking an experienced Production Planner to join their dynamic team.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a background in production scheduling or planning within the food industry, looking to take the next step in their career with a company that values innovation, quality, and collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
1.
Develop and maintain efficient daily and weekly production schedules to meet customer demands and production targets.
2. Work closely with growers and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of fresh ingredients.
3. Coordinate production activities in line with available materials, labour, and equipment.
4. Liaise across departments to ensure smooth work flow and communication.
5. Track and report on production performance and KPIs.
6. Integrate new product development (NPD) runs and sample batches into the weekly schedule.
7. Conduct horizon scanning and produce relevant reports to support operational planning.
8. Support the wider team with ad hoc tasks and departmental projects as required.
9. Uphold the company's core values, policies, and procedures.
Criteria
10. 2-3 years' experience in production planning or scheduling within foo
11. Understanding of food manufacturing processes, lead times, capacity planning
12. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, problem solving, and adaptability to changing demand
13. Able to liaise effectively with different departments
14. Good IT skills i.e Excel
What's in it for you?
15.
Competitive salary of £30,000 - £35,000, depending on experience
16.
A role within a growing, supportive, and forward-thinking company
17.
The chance to play a key part in shaping efficient and customer-focused production processes
18.
Opportunities for professional development and growth
If you're a confident Production Planner looking to join a company where your experience will make a real impact, we want to hear from you.