Overview
Industrial Recruitment Solutions Ltd (IRS) are urgently recruiting for production administrator and planning assistant based in Halesowen.
The Production Administration & Planning Assistance role supports the efficient operation of our manufacturing site. This role is responsible for accurate production record-keeping, data management, and reporting, while assisting the Production Controller with scheduling, product transitions, and overall production planning support.
Responsibilities
Production Administration
* Maintain accurate production records for all product lines (batch sheets, silo usage, material consumption).
* Process work orders and confirm correct raw material allocations.
* Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports on production efficiency, material usage and stock levels.
* Ensure compliance with internal procedures and quality standards.
Planning Support
* Assist the Production Controller in preparing and updating weekly production schedules, aligned with capacity, materials, and packaging constraints.
* Monitor production progress against plan, identifying delays, bottlenecks, or deviations.
* Support packaging and product transitions to ensure smooth changeovers.
* Help coordinate paired product runs and line-specific planning requirements.
* Communicate updated schedules, material requirements, and packaging changes to production supervisors.
Skills & Qualifications
* Experience in production or manufacturing.
* Knowledge of production planning, material requirements, and packaging processes.
* Detail-oriented, highly organized, and proactive problem solver.
* Strong communication skills; able to liaise effectively with production, logistics, and quality teams.
* Previous experience in a Production Planner or Operations Coordinator role is advantageous.
Times: Monday to Friday - 07:30 - 16:00
Please apply with your CV
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