Materials & Science Roles
Production Planner Full Time
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Job Overview: We are working on behalf of our client, an injection moulding manufacturer we are looking for a Production Planner to join their team.
Remit:
- As Production Planner, your key role will be to manage the factory planning using MRP as well as planning and prioritizing operations to ensure maximum performance and utilisation.
- The ideal candidate for the Production Planner role will be analytical, display critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and have a high degree of competency in the use of Microsoft Office applications as well as ERP and MRP systems.
- For the right candidate, this position offers a pathway to advance into a Production Manager position.
Role:
- Monitor the availability of raw materials for planned manufacturing, using stock availability reports
- Manage the raw materials and packaging inventory for on-time delivery, precise stock records, and budget/space compliance
- Match workforce, manpower, and production capacity with existing inventory
- Formulate cost-effective manufacturing plans aimed at achieving Delivery Cost Improvement
- Undertake inventory counting for raw materials as required
- Maintain records of orders received, completed work, and inventory
- Advise and facilitate communication between company departments to review, maintain, and improve processes
- Liaise with procurement to ensure stock availability of raw materials for manufacturing
- Ensure adherence to Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements, promoting a safe and sustainable working environment
Experience Requirements:
- Experienced with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and MRP (Materials Requirement Planning) systems
- Great attention to detail, self-motivated as well as excellent communication skills
- Be strongly analytical, display critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and have a high degree of competency in the use of Microsoft Office
- Applicants may have worked within any market discipline but must have prior experience working within hi-volume manufacturing
- Able to convey technical knowledge effectively
