Production Planning & Scheduling Specialist
* Location: Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
* Sector: Manufacturing / Operations, Purchasing & Supply Chain
* Job type: Permanent
* Job reference: THD1383
* Salary: £60,000 Basic + Every other Friday off!
An urgent role as a Production Planning & Scheduling Specialist has arisen in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, for a company that offers a 9 day working fortnight. You will be responsible for developing and executing production plans that ensure optimal use of capacity, materials, and resources. This role plays a critical part in aligning demand and supply, improving planning accuracy, and driving operational efficiency across the business.
Key responsibilities:
* Develop and manage mid‑to‑long term production plans for critical product lines, ensuring alignment with capacity and material constraints.
* Lead daily and weekly production scheduling activities to support on‑time delivery and operational continuity.
* Collaborate cross‑functionally with procurement, manufacturing, engineering, and commercial teams to align production plans with business priorities.
Qualifications and experience:
* Proven experience in production planning and scheduling within a manufacturing environment.
* Strong understanding of capacity planning, material planning, and production workflows.
* Understanding of continuous improvement tools such as Lean / Six Sigma methodologies.
The company specialises in the design and manufacture of secure communication devices for the defence and aerospace sectors. Benefits include a 9‑day working fortnight, hybrid working, flexitime, and assistance with relocation costs of up to £8,000.
Apply by sending a cover letter and CV to TDrew@redlinegroup.Com or by calling Tom Drew on 01582 878848, quoting ref. THD1383.
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