JOB TITLE: Manufacturing Planner LOCATION: Derby HOURS: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm (flexible depending on production needs) PAY: up to £30,000 per year (depending on experience) Frontline Recruitment is proud to be working with a leading manufacturer in engineering and automation solutions. We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Planner to join their dynamic and forward-thinking team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for planning and scheduling manufacturing activities across machining, laser cutting and folding, fabrication, and electrical/mechanical assembly, ensuring efficient workflow, optimal material usage, and timely delivery of products. BENEFITS * Competitive salary * Company pension scheme * Free on-site parking * Convenient location close to shops, cafes, and transport links * Supportive working environment with opportunities to develop and grow your skills * Opportunities to contribute to process improvements and efficiency initiatives THE ROLE * Plan and prepare production schedules for each manufacturing cell, monitoring and tracking KPIs * Drive the overall manufacturing plan to meet customer forecasted delivery schedules * Liaise with the Stores Team to identify material requirements and availability to achieve schedules * Analyse production specifications and manufacturing data to establish material, tooling, and resource requirements * Plan sequences for machining, laser cutting/folding, fabrication, and assembly to maximise efficiency * Expedite operations that delay schedules and adjust plans to meet unforeseen conditions * Prepare manufacturing reports highlighting deviations from schedules and impacts on the overall plan * Generate accurate manufacturing schedules, purchasing requisitions, and respond to project orders and forecasts * Support team attitudes to meet customer expectations, including handling enquiries and administrative/commercial tasks * Coordinate activities across adjoining teams to ensure operational efficiency * Liaise with Sales and Stores teams on delivery and availability issues THE REQUIREMENTS * MRP/ERP systems experience (essential) * Engineering manufacturing-related qualification (essential) * Advanced Excel skills (essential) * Previous experience in a planning or scheduling role (preferable) * Strong planning skills with flexibility to adapt to project changes * Effective communication and influencing skills * Team player with a focus on operational efficiency * Proficient IT skills You’ll be joining a respected manufacturer at the forefront of engineering innovation, with a clear path to develop your planning expertise in a modern, supportive environment. Frontline Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and acts as an employment agency for this vacancy. We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. If you do not hear from us within two weeks, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion