Operations Planner

Operations Planner, East Kilbride, £35,000 - £37,000 DOE + Bonus

We're currently recruiting for an Operations Planner to join a manufacturing business based in East Kilbride. This is a key role that supports the wider operations function, helping to create achievable schedules, manage materials effectively, and ensure production targets are met across the site.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of manufacturing planning, be confident using MRP/ERP systems, and be comfortable working closely with production, procurement, and sales teams to keep things running smoothly.

What you'll be doing:

• Creating, updating and maintaining the production schedule
• Developing materials and capacity plans to ensure availability and alignment with production goals
• Monitoring and adjusting plans to respond to changes, risks or delays
• Running regular production reviews and collaborating with internal teams to stay ahead of issues
• Streamlining planning processes to improve efficiency and workflow
• Working closely with sales, procurement, and production to maintain alignment across departments
• Generating reports on schedule performance, risks, and key deliverables
  
  

What we're looking for:

• Experience in a manufacturing planning or scheduling role
• Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems and production workflows
• Familiarity with bills of material and routings (preferred but not essential)
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Detail-focused and confident working independently
• Proactive and organised, with the ability to manage changing priorities

What you can expect:

• £35,000 - £37,000 salary depending on experience
• 4 day working week - Monday to Thursday, 37.5 hours
• Twice-yearly company bonus scheme
• Company pension scheme
• Death in service benefit
• Cycle to Work Scheme and Electric Car Scheme
• Free on-site parking

If you're confident in planning operations, solving problems, and keeping production on track, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing and supportive team. Apply now!

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