Production planning manager

Production Planning Manager
Location: Alma Park Industrial Estate, Grantham, Lincolnshire
Sector: Bespoke Packaging Manufacturing
Package: Basic annual salary £40,000-£45,000 + bonus & company benefits

Protecting what matters, together
At Macfarlane Packaging, we protect what matters most - our people, our customers, our communities, and the environment. With over 75 years of heritage, we combine the security of a long-established UK manufacturer with a progressive, continuous-improvement mindset.

Our culture is collaborative, supportive and results driven. You will be encouraged to challenge, improve and influence - with genuine opportunities for development, progression, and long-term career satisfaction.

Production Planning Manager Role
We are seeking an experienced Production Planning Manager to lead production planning and scheduling at our Grantham manufacturing site. Our Design & Manufacturing division specialises in bespoke protective packaging solutions, serving customers across Aerospace, Defence, Electronics, Industrial and Medical sectors throughout the UK.
Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will ensure production is planned and delivered efficiently, cost-effectively and in line with customer requirements, while driving continuous improvement across planning, resource utilisation, and output.

Key Responsibilities