Job Overview: We are working on behalf of our client, an injection moulding manufacturer we are looking for a Production Planner to join their team.
Remit:
* As Production Planner, your key role will be to manage the factory planning using MRP as well as planning and prioritizing operations to ensure maximum performance and utilisation.
* The successful candidate will have prior experience working within injection moulding manufacturing and display critical thinking and problem solving skills with a degree of competency in the use of Microsoft Office applications and ERP & MRP systems.
Role:
1. Monitor the availability of raw materials for planned manufacturing, using stock availability reports
2. Manage the raw materials and packaging inventory for on-time delivery, precise stock records, and budget/space compliance
3. Match workforce, manpower, and production capacity with existing inventory
4. Formulate cost-effective manufacturing plans aimed at achieving Delivery Cost Improvement
5. Undertake inventory counting for raw materials as required
6. Maintain records of orders received, completed work, and invento...