Production Planner

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 Key Words: “Production Planner”, “Production Scheduler”, “Materials Planner”, “Materials Scheduler”, “Inventory Management”, “Production Manager”, “Production Supervisor”, “MRP”, “ERP”, “Injection Moulding”, “Plastics Manufacturing”, “Plastics” FOOTER Due to the sheer volume of applications we receive we will only contact successful applications that meet the requirements of our client job brief. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 10 working days, please deem your application as unsuccessful. For all UK job positions work seekers must be eligible to work and live in the UK Sierra 57 Consult – Technical Engineering & Manufacturing Recruitment Specialist – Plastics, Packaging & Precision Engineering “Sierra 57 Consult Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. In compliance with the new regulations (April 2004) in place under the Employment Agencies Act, Sierra 57 Consult will require proof of identification. A current copy of a passport, driving license, ID card or NI card will be required as part of the registration process. Email copies are acceptable”. Sierra 57 Consult has been designed to project manage the mechanics of all aspects concerning the recruitment processes, implementing a simple and succinct method for targeting and introducing bona fide and skilled candidates to reputable clients and potential employers. If this advertised position does not interest you, please consider our other opportunities by sending your updated CV outlining your achievements and your personal requisites, i.e. salary, location, job roles. Please just Google “Sierra 57” & register with us