Production Planner

Your new company
A well-established and respected food manufacturing company based in Wrexham is currently seeking a skilled Production Planner to join their growing Supply Chain team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in production planning to work with a company that values efficiency, quality, and teamwork.

Your new role
As a Production Planner, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth running of the production process by developing and managing production schedules. You will be responsible for balancing production capacity with customer demand, optimising workflow, and making sure that materials and resources are efficiently used to meet targets.
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage detailed production schedules to ensure customer demand is met while maintaining high levels of efficiency and minimising downtime.
• Work closely with the production and warehouse teams to ensure that all resources, materials, and employees are allocated effectively.
• Monitor inventory levels to ensure that raw materials are available in line with production schedules, and work with suppliers to address any shortages.
• Maintain up-to-date records on production plans, forecasts, and stock levels, providing regular updates to senior management.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any production delays or issues in a timely manner, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant quality, health, and safety regulations, contributing to a safe and productive work environment.
• Continuously assess processes and propose improvements to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and drive cost efficiencies.

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• Proven experience in production planning in a fast-paced manufacturing / production environment.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams and with suppliers.
• A proactive problem-solver with the ability to react quickly to unforeseen production challenges.
• IT literate and able to pick up new systems quickly
• A good understanding of health and safety standards within a manufacturing environment.
• To be able to commit to working on a 4-on-4-off shift pattern, 6am-6pm

In return, you will receive:

This is an exciting opportunity to join a market-leading company that offers a supportive and inclusive work culture. My client is committed to the ongoing development and well-being of its employees, and offers a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary in the range of £30,000 - £35,000 per annum.
• Free meals provided in the on-site canteen.
• Heavily discounted food products to take home.
• Ample free parking on-site.
• A 4-on, 4-off shift pattern (6am - 6pm), providing a great work-life balance.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys being at the heart of production planning and coordination. If you're looking for a new challenge in a dynamic and growing company, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

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