Production Planner
Job ID: 32536
37.5-hour week Monday to Friday (Flexitime, Core Hours 9am-4pm Mon to Thu & 9am-12:30pm Fri)
Circa £36,000 per annum
Redditch
Our client is a leading tier 1 manufacturer within the automotive sector (and others) supplying to customers globally.
Due to incoming company projects and growth they are now in the need for a permanent Production Planner. The Production Planner to plan customer demand in like with customer requirement/ Labour capacity and material availability.
Ideal candidate background
* Minimum of 5 years’ experience within a similar role
* Broad range of skill on excel include use of macros/formula and have good numerical mind. Control of production routing and raising of production paperwork.
* Level 3 NVQ/ A level (CIPS/APICS) or above
* Strong Analytical, Computer, Communication, and writing skills (Typing)
* Continuous improvement/ LEAN methods Desired.
* Strong data capabilities
Main Duties
* Work with Production to meet customer despatch dates
* Demand Planning along with Labour capacity planning
* Raising & kitting of production paperwork.
* Attend Daily Shortage Meetings with Supervisors
* Communication and coordination with production and purchasing team.
* Continuous improvement/ LEAN methods Desired.
* Knowledge of KPI’s & ability to comply reports to present to Management team.
* A strong team player / Establishes, Monitors, and communicates well with all areas of the business.
Benefits/Other
* 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays (Option to purchase 5 days after probation period)
* 12% Pension (5% employee & 7% Employer Pension Contribution)
* Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Policies
* Health Medial Cash Plan Cover
* 10% of salary in shares after 1 year of employment (provided by the employer)
* Cycle scheme
* Onsite parking