Role: Production Planner
Location: Retford
Salary: Up to £30,000 DOE
An established leader in the design and manufacture of innovative water management and environmental engineering solutions is seeking a proactive Assistant Production and Inventory Planner to join its busy Production and Assembly team.
Working within a dynamic manufacturing environment, you'll play a key role in coordinating production schedules, supporting procurement, and ensuring the smooth flow of materials from design through to fabrication. This role offers the opportunity to build in-depth knowledge of unique mechanical and electrical products, contributing directly to the delivery of high-quality engineering solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Head of Production & Assembly in developing and maintaining production schedules.
* Liaise with Procurement to ensure timely availability of materials and components.
* Review Bills of Materials (BOMs) and manage part requirements across assemblies.
* Monitor and maintain inventory levels, proactively resolving supply or production challenges.
* Collaborate with Warehouse, Design, and Project teams to align schedules and priorities.
* Maintain accurate records and data across internal systems.
About You
* Strong communication and organisational skills, with attention to detail.
* Ability to read engineering drawings; experience with CAD is advantageous.
* Confident IT user, particularly in Excel, Word and Outlook.
* Self‑motivated and adaptable, with a proactive approach to problem‑solving.
* Previous experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment is preferred.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow within a forward‑thinking, hands‑on engineering business.
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