Industrial Recruitment Solutions Ltd (IRS) are urgently recruiting for production administrator and planning asssitent 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. Key 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