Production Planner

Westwood Recruitment are on the lookout for a Production Planner to join our client on a permanent basis in Bredbury with an immediate start available. For this role, you will join a busy team creating and assisting with allocations and job card routings throughout the various levels of manufacture.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop route cards, collaborating closely with the programming department, to devise the most cost-effective and efficient manufacturing methods.
Ensure timely dissemination of all necessary documentation to the shop floor through work to lists.
Collaborate with Stores/Goods Inwards to guarantee the availability of materials and kits required for manufacturing and assembly.
Manage rework operations resulting from NCRs, adjusting route sheets as necessary.
Contribute to Pre-production Meetings to identify and implement optimal manufacturing approaches.
Support the Production Scheduler in effectively loading each work center.
Offer guidance and support to the Sales Department to ensure accurate quotations regarding cost and lead time.
Job Requirements
Experience in scheduling CNC machining operations and outside services is desirable, though not essential.
Demonstrated responsiveness and ability to thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
Proficiency in IT applications for managing information and presenting to stakeholders.
Ideally you are have just finished college/graduated from University or are someone with a lot of experience
What is on Offer
39 hours per week
25 days holiday per annum, plus 9 stats
Pension contribution
Life Assurance Policy
Cycle to Work Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Free Onsite Parking available

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