Position: Production Planner Location: Barnsley Salary: £35-40K Nicholas Associates have an excellent opportunity for a Production Planner to join an established manufacturing client, based in the Barnsley area. You will be responsible for optimising production processes by efficiently coordinating manufacturing activities, ensuring a seamless operation of manufacturing processes, optimal resource utilisation and timely delivery of products. You will coordinate production schedules, manage inventory, collaborate with cross-functional teams to efficiently meet production goals, create schedules, assist with demand forecasting & monitor stock levels to prevent shortage or excess. Our client has a consistent order book & pipeline & they are seeking to improve on-time delivery to maximise work coming in from their existing customer base. There is an element of buying to the role, placing orders with suppliers. You will ideally be proficient with Factory Master, particularly Orchestrate, but experience with any MRP / ERP system also will be considered & you will have a background in engineering, manufacturing, welding or fabrication. About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies