Production Coordinator Location: Carlisle (Rural) Type: Full time, permanent Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm Salary: up to £35,000 We are recruiting for a Production Coordinator to join a busy manufacturing and production planning team based in the Carlisle rural area. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build a career in production planning, supply chain coordination or manufacturing operations within a fast paced and supportive environment. This role sits at the centre of production activity, acting as the key link between production, logistics and commercial teams to ensure smooth coordination of capacity, materials and customer demand. Why apply? This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in planning and operations. You will receive training and support while gaining exposure to end to end production processes, systems and forecasting within a modern manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities • Create and maintain production plans using internal systems to meet customer requirements and support operational efficiency • Monitor and manage work in progress and finished goods stock levels • Coordinate internal movement of materials on a daily and weekly basis • Ensure accurate recording of production data and system transactions • Support capacity planning across production areas • Assist with coordination of stock across multiple sites or departments • Support forecasting processes and maintain accurate planning data • Help develop and improve planning processes, documentation and workflows • Review forecast versus order intake on a regular basis and report findings • Liaise with sales and customer service teams to improve forecast accuracy • Support medium to long term capacity planning activities • Produce reporting on capacity and performance metrics About you We are looking for a motivated and organised individual who enjoys working in a structured but fast moving environment. You may already have planning or manufacturing experience, or you may be looking to step into this area with transferable skills and a willingness to learn. You will also have • Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office • Strong communication skills and the ability to work with different teams • A logical and detail focused approach to problem solving • The ability to build relationships and influence where needed • Experience with ERP systems or planning tools would be an advantage • A full UK driving licence would be beneficial due to rural location Benefits • 30 days holiday including bank holidays • Company sick pay scheme • Cycle to work scheme • Confidential wellbeing support available 24/7 • Life assurance cover • Learning and development opportunities • Employee discounts and benefits portal with savings across retail and lifestyle brands For a confidential discussion or to apply, contact Simon Kean at NXT Recruitment. NXT Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this role, you agree to our terms, conditions, and privacy policy.