Production Planner - Morgan Jones : Job Details

Production Planner

Location: Staplehurst, KentSalary: 28-35K, DOEContract: Full-time, PermanentExtras: Generous benefits package

Are you an experienced Production Planner looking for an exciting new challenge? Our client, a successful and well-established manufacturing company, is seeking a skilled professional to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in streamlining production processes and driving efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Our Client?

• Competitive pay rates
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Quarterly staff bonus scheme
• Company sick pay scheme
• Employee referral scheme
• Death in Service cover
• Competitive holidays
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• On-site parking
• Training and development opportunities

This is your chance to join a forward-thinking company that has recently expanded its operations with cutting-edge facilities, offering exciting prospects for professional growth and development.

About the Role

As a Production Planner, you will work collaboratively with various departments to ensure production schedules are optimised and deadlines are met. You’ll play a critical role in improving processes, implementing new scheduling systems, and ensuring the smooth flow of operations to deliver high-quality products on time.

In this role, you will also help integrate new scheduling software into the company’s ERP system, taking ownership of the planning process for all production areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilise and maintain MRP systems to manage production schedules effectively.
• Release and control all production work orders across operations.
• Coordinate the completion of finished goods for dispatch.
• Liaise with teams across departments, including Sales, Quality, Engineering, Purchasing, and Stores.
• Highlight and address production bottlenecks, supporting process improvement initiatives.
• Maintain data integrity within the master data system.
• Create weekly production plans to optimise throughput.

Essential Skills

• At least two years of experience in a production planning role within a manufacturing or similar environment.
• Proficiency in MRP systems and advanced IT skills (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Excellent analytical and organisational abilities.
• Ability to adapt to changes and thrive in a dynamic environment.

Our client values their people as their greatest asset and is committed to investing in your professional development. If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional ready to make your mark, this role offers the opportunity to grow your career within a supportive and innovative company.

Apply Today!

Take the next step in your career by applying now. Unfortunately, our client cannot assist applicants with UK visa sponsorship at this time.

Morgan Jones is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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