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Production Planner and Purchasing Assistant

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Job Description - Production Planner and Purchasing Assistant

Production Planning Assistant - Eye - £30-35k (DOE)

We are currently seeking a Production Planning Assistant to support production scheduling across our clients manufacturing areas. This role plays a key part in ensuring customer orders are delivered on time while maintaining optimal production flow and inventory levels.

Salary: £30-35k

Hours: Monday - Friday 07:30am-16:30pm (40 hour week)

Holiday: 25 days + Bank Holidays

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain and update production schedules in line with machine, material and labour capacity.
Create and manage Works Orders within the ERP system.
Coordinate with internal teams including Production, Purchasing, and Sales teams to align demand and material availability.
Monitor and maintain Finished Goods and WIP stock levels.
Communicate potential delays and scheduling risks proactively.
Cover for Purchasing and Planning team members during annual leave.
Participate in daily and weekly planning meetings.

What We're Looking For:

Basic understanding of manufacturing.
Strong Excel and I.T system skills.
Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
Strong communicator who works well across teams.
Eager to learn and grow within Supply Chain / Manufacturing.This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual looking to develop their career in production planning within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

If you are interested in this role, or know of someone that may be interested, please respond to this with a copy of an up to date CV for more information. Alternatively you can reach us on (phone number removed)!

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed
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