Production Planner
£35k
Looking for your next planning role? In this fast-paced environment, you'll need to be agile and accurate with data, experienced in manufacturing settings, and confident in communicating and updating the plan versus factory status constantly.
A background in FMCG or food industry manufacturing is essential.
There is free on-site parking and a fully subsidised canteen available during lunch breaks.
The Production Planner will be responsible for:
* Creating the production plan to maximise efficiency and labour productivity
* Continuously updating factory status against the production plan
* Managing stock levels and maintaining consistently accurate inventory data
* Processing all customer orders and adjusting forecasts when necessary
* Scheduling around hygiene and engineering works
* Monitoring trends and customer order patterns
* Acting as the main point of contact across departments
* Ensuring all data is regularly updated and backed up
What you'll need to apply:
* Previous experience in planning in the food, FMCG, food, or automotive industry (1st or 2nd tier)
* A strong ability to work with and interpret data.
* Experience with planning software.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* A good understanding of manufacturing processes and operating to deadlines.
* Accurate - high degree of attention to detail.
For more information on this role, please contact Rhian at the Novus team. Interviews will be scheduled immediately.