Production Planner
£35k
Looking for your next planning role? In this fast-paced environment, you'll need to be agile and accurate with data, experienced in manufacturing settings, and confident in communicating and updating the plan versus factory status constantly.
A background in FMCG or food industry manufacturing is essential.
There is free on-site parking and a fully subsidised canteen available during lunch breaks.
The Production Planner will be responsible for:
Creating the production plan to maximise efficiency and labour productivity
Continuously updating factory status against the production plan
Managing stock levels and maintaining consistently accurate inventory data
Processing all customer orders and adjusting forecasts when necessary
Scheduling around hygiene and engineering works
Monitoring trends and customer order patterns
Acting as the main point of contact across departments
Ensuring all data is regularly updated and backed up
What you'll need to apply:
Previous experience in planning in the food, FMCG, food, or automotive industry (1st or 2nd tier)
A strong ability to work with and interpret data.
Experience with planning software.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
A good understanding of manufacturing processes and operating to deadlines.
Accurate - high degree of attention to detail.
For more information on this role, please contact Rhian at the Novus team. Interviews will be scheduled immediately