Job Title: Production Planner / Scheduler Location: Stockport Salary: £38,000 – £46,000 per year Position Type: Full-Time About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Production Planner / Scheduler to join a growing manufacturing team. This role will focus on planning and coordinating production schedules, ensuring material availability, and supporting the introduction of new large CNC machines into the workflow. You’ll work closely with multiple departments to deliver accurate schedules and maintain high levels of on-time delivery. Key Responsibilities: * Create production schedules from MRP outputs, balancing customer demand, material availability, and machine capacity * Support machine planning, including new CNC machines and ongoing capacity management * Collaborate with Production Supervisors, Buyers, and other departments to ensure schedules are understood and achievable * Collect and analyse data on schedule adherence, providing insights for continuous improvement * Compile and distribute reports to support planning, manufacturing, shipping, and customer service teams * Identify process and product improvement opportunities * Mentor and support junior staff as required Skills & Experience: * 5 years’ experience in production planning/scheduling within manufacturing * Strong experience in machine planning and capacity management * Excellent understanding of ERP systems (SAP or similar) * Advanced MS Excel skills * Strong product and production method knowledge * Excellent numeracy, literacy, and organisational skills * Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities * Proactive, motivated, and team-oriented Why This Role? * Be involved in introducing and supporting large-scale CNC machinery * Work across a fast-paced, collaborative manufacturing environment * Develop your expertise in production planning and machine capacity management