Overview
A Production Planner opportunity has just become available within a rapidly growing manufacturer delivering high-precision, safety-critical engineered components, and systems. As the business continues to expand, they're looking for a capable planner to coordinate daily production activities, optimise scheduling, and drive data-led improvements, process flow, and digital transformation across manufacturing operations.
Responsibilities
* Maintain accurate MES data and champion paperless workflows to boost visibility and material flow.
* Support MES configuration, development, and digital transformation to streamline operations.
* Use data insights to refine process flow, validate changes, and drive continuous digital improvement.
* Coordinate closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Logistics to ensure processes run smoothly.
* Produce clear, actionable reports to support performance reviews and decision-making.
* Assist with user setup, permissions, and version updates to maintain system integrity and performance.
* Keep the training matrix current and ensure single sign-off compliance across key approvals and validations.
Qualifications
* Experience working within a similar role in a manufacturing environment.
* Strong working knowledge of ERP, MRP, or MES systems - ideally in implementation, or improvement projects.
* Analytical mindset with confidence using data to inform planning, decision-making, report writing, and process optimisation.
* Understanding of lean, 5S, process flow, and continuous improvement principles.
* Confident working in a busy, growing manufacturing business embracing digital and paperless processes.
Benefits
* Salary circa £43,000+ dependant on experience.
* Generous pension scheme.
* Sociable working hours and early Friday finish.
* Company bonus and healthcare options.
* Supportive, modern working culture embracing digital transformation and paperless processes.
* Personal development opportunities.
* Income Protection.
We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.
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