Production Systems Planner - Day Shift
Monday - Friday: 8am - 4pm
£27,500 £32,500 per annum
People Solutions are looking for a Production Systems Planner for our client who runs a well-established engineering business in Birmingham.
Benefits:
5.5% employer pension contribution
Free site parking
Canteen facilities
Supportive team culture
Life-friendly policies that value results over presenteeism
Day-to-Day Duties:
Convert customer orders into weekly and monthly machining, assembly, and subcontract targets
Analyse capacity and constraints to support decisions on new business and capital investments
Lead the transition from Excel to a dedicated MRP system
Apply automation and AI tools to streamline planning and reduce manual input
Model and communicate the impact of potential supply or machine downtime
Drive continuous improvement by identifying inefficiencies and implementing smarter planning systems
Essential Skills:
Experience in a manufacturing planning or scheduling environment
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems
Excellent communication skills with a focus on clarity and collaboration
Structured, logical, and proactive approach to work
High standards and strong ownership of responsibilities
Desirable Skills:
Experience contributing to MRP system upgrades or implementations
Interest or experience in applying AI or automation in planning processes
Ability to analyse and present capacity data for strategic decision-making
Training:
Full support during transition to a new MRP system
Opportunities to apply and develop skills in automation and continuous improvement initiatives
Exposure to ISO9001, ISO14001, and IATF16949 frameworks
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People Solutions do not charge any of their candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process
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