Overview
This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of production schedules, ultimately supporting on-time delivery to customers.
Responsibilities
* Ensure accurate and timely creation of production orders within the MRP/ERP system to support on-time customer delivery.
* Plan and coordinate subcontract machining requirements, balancing customer demand with production constraints; raise and release purchase orders for subcontract work.
* Analyse back orders, current demand, and forecasted requirements to prioritise, plan, and schedule production efficiently.
* Work closely with Purchasing and suppliers to anticipate and resolve any supply discrepancies or risks to production schedules.
* Collaborate with Customer Service to acknowledge orders promptly and ensure customer requirements are fully supported.
* Develop, maintain, and optimise production schedules in line with capacity, material availability, and customer deadlines.
* Maintain planning parameters and inventory controls to optimise stock levels, including calculation and management of buffer stocks.
* Drive continuous improvement of data accuracy, planning processes, and operations systems.
* Proactively identify and resolve scheduling risks, ensuring minimal disruption to production flow.
Job Requirements
* Strong working knowledge of SAP (essential).
* Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment, ideally within the machining industry.
* Solid understanding of production systems (MRP/ERP).
* Familiarity with product structures, including BOMs and routings.
* Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project).
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
* Proven ability to balance multiple priorities and deliver results under pressure.
Additional Information
* 37 hours per week (standard working week)
* Must be eligible for security clearance
* Rate - Competitive and experience dependant
* If you are an experienced Production Planner looking for a dynamic contract opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's team and contribute to a leading force within the marine industry
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