Production Planner

PRODUCTION PLANNER

We are recruiting for a Production Planner to work for our client who are in Bradford, West Yorkshire.

THE DUTIES OF A PRODUCTION PLANNER:

• Production Scheduling: Develop and manage production schedules to meet customer demand and ensure on-time delivery.
  
• Supply Chain Management: Adjust schedules in response to disruptions and manage order priorities based on production capacity.
  
• Inventory Control: Monitor inventory levels to ensure adequate raw materials and finished goods, coordinating with procurement to address shortages or overstock.
  
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Work with procurement, engineering, quality assurance, and manufacturing teams to align production plans with design changes and compliance requirements.
  
• Risk Management: Identify potential bottlenecks or risks in production and develop proactive solutions to minimize downtime and improve efficiency.
  
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Monitor OEE, downtime, order fulfilment rates, and implement lean manufacturing practices to improve workflows.
  
• Forecasting & Reporting: Provide regular updates on production status to senior management, supporting data-driven insights for strategic planning.
  
  ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCES & SKILLS:
  
  
• Planning & Organization: Ability to create and adjust production schedules, balancing efficiency with flexibility.
  
• Analytical Skills: Strong data analysis and problem-solving abilities to identify production trends and improvement opportunities.
  
• Technical Proficiency: Expertise in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Business Dynamics) and Excel for advanced scheduling and reporting.
  
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration across departments.
  
• Attention to Detail: Accuracy in scheduling, inventory management, and documentation for regulatory compliance.
  
  Key Experience:
  
  
• Relevant Industry Experience: Previous experience in production planning within medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or regulated industries.
  ERP/MRP Systems Usage: Hands-on experience managing production schedules with ERP or MRP tools.
  
• Regulatory Environment: Proven experience in regulated environments with stringent compliance standards (e.g., FDA audits, ISO certifications).
  
• Process Improvement: A track record of contributing to operational efficiency improvements.
  
  THE HOURS:
  
  You will be working days:
  
  Mon – Thurs: 8am-5pm / Friday: 8am – 1pm
  
  THE PAY:
  
  The rate of pay is between £28k - £35k per annum
  
  Questech Recruitment is a specialist engineering support within the Mechanical & Engineering industry, our focus is to support many clients within the M&E Sectors. If you feel you match the desired criteria, or you would like more information on roles such as CNC Machinist , CNC Programmer, CNC Setter , CNC Operator, we would really like to hear from you.#CNC #CNCProgrammer #fanuc #CNCSetter #CNCOperator #heidenhein #hurco