Production Coordinator in Manufacturing at Financial & Credit Independence
Location: Newton Abbot, Devon
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 DOE
Working Hours: 39 hours per week (Mon 07:00‑16:00, Thu 07:00‑16:00; Fri 07:00‑12:00)
About The Company
We are a well‑established manufacturing business based in Devon, supplying bespoke precision components to the medical, defence, and telecommunications industries. We take pride in our high‑quality standards, technical innovation, and collaborative working environment.
Purpose Of The Role
We are seeking a dynamic and organised Production Coordinator to join our small, dedicated team. This hands‑on role supports the smooth running of manufacturing operations, ensuring production is cost‑effective, meets quality specifications, and goods are delivered to customers on time.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and maintain a robust production schedule to meet customer demand and optimise manufacturing efficiency.
* Ensure labour and material requirements are met; communicate any shortages promptly.
* Evaluate raw materials and bill of materials to confirm readiness for production.
* Track and report the progress of goods in manufacture, ensuring deadlines are met and any issues are communicated across departments.
* Monitor supplier and production performance, identifying and recommending improvements to enhance efficiency and planning accuracy.
* Resolve scheduling conflicts and adjust plans to maintain production flow.
* Generate and distribute KPI reports, analysing performance and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
* Support process optimisation and cost‑reduction activities across production and logistics.
About You
* Previous experience in a production planning or coordination role within a manufacturing environment.
* Strong planning, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
* Confident using ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with multiple departments.
* Highly organised, with attention to detail and the ability to manage changing priorities.
* A proactive team player with the flexibility to thrive in a small‑company environment.
Benefits
* Salary: £30,000 – £35,000, depending on experience.
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (including Christmas shutdown).
* Health & wellbeing package (including health cash plan and Employee Assistance Line).
* Early finish every Friday.
* Opportunities for professional growth and involvement in continuous improvement initiatives.
Are you an experienced production planner or coordinator looking to make an impact in a close‑knit, technically driven manufacturing business? We’d love to hear from you.
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