Production Planner

We are looking for a proactive and organised Production Planner to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, coordinating multiple departments, and playing a key role in ensuring efficient production operations.

About The Role As Production Planner, you will be responsible for creating and issuing effective production plans that maximise line capability, efficiency, and profitability while maintaining appropriate finished goods stock levels. You will also oversee the planning and scheduling of the box machine, monitor performance, and ensure planning KPIs are accurately recorded and reported.

Working closely with Production, Procurement, Technical, and the Central Packaging Team, you will ensure stock accuracy, maintain traceability systems, and proactively manage any planning or stock-related challenges.

Hours: Sunday to Wednesday

• Sunday 6am to 1pm
• Mon - Wed 6am to 6pm

Key Responsibilities

• Produce and issue efficient daily and weekly production plans.

• Ensure production plans align with technical and operational requirements.

• Plan and schedule the box machine, monitoring daily performance and KPI achievement.

• Maintain systems that ensure full stock traceability and inventory accuracy.

• Manage finished goods stock levels effectively to support customer demand.

• Communicate stock concerns and potential issues proactively to relevant stakeholders.

• Liaise with the Central Packaging Team to maintain optimum packaging stock levels.

• Conduct and oversee accurate weekly packaging stock takes.

• Coordinate and lead the daily Planning Commitment Meeting, reviewing:

• Production performance.

• Material quality and availability.

• Potential quality concerns affecting future production.

• Work collaboratively with Procurement, Technical, Production, and Site Planning teams to ensure clear and consistent communication.

• Continuously review and optimise production plans to drive efficiency and reduce costs.

• Ensure planning activities are carried out in line with agreed standards and business targets.

• Record and report daily planning KPIs accurately and on time.

The successful candidate will:

• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Be highly organised with strong planning and prioritisation abilities.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment and be able to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Have excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and Word.
• Be a confident decision-maker with strong numerical ability.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships across multiple departments.
• Work independently and take ownership of tasks through to completion.
• Have knowledge of Health & Safety and safe working practices.
• Be motivated, resilient, and focused on delivering results.
• Demonstrate a positive, flexible, and "can-do" approach.
• Be tenacious and confident when overcoming challenges and driving solutions.