Manufacturing Planner

Manufacturing Planner

Gloucester

£38,000

Permanent

Our client is looking for Manufacturing Planner to join their Logistics and Planning team. They are a leading supplier in advanced material solutions who specialise in composite and thermoplastic polyurethane materials.

Key Responsibilities-Manufacturing Planner

• Develop, manage, and adjust production schedules based on customer orders, inventory levels, and production capacity. Raise manufacturing orders in line with MRP planned demand
• Coordinate labour, materials, and machinery to meet production targets, minimizing downtime
• Prioritize production orders based on lead times, customer needs, and delivery schedules
• Monitor raw materials and finished goods to meet demand without overstocking
• Analyse production bottlenecks and implement solutions to optimize processes
• Collaborate across teams to resolve production and supply chain issues.
• Track production KPIs (OEE, utilization, adherence, and capacity plans) and provide insights to management
• Proactively identify and implement efficiency and cost-reduction opportunities

Qualifications & Requirements – Manufacturing Planner

• Extensive experience with MRP/ERP systems in a manufacturing environment (IFS preferred)
• Proven track record as a Production Planner or similar role
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and best practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel for data analysis
• Strong analytical and logical thinking
• Methodical, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks
• Proven problem-solving experience in production or operational environments
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for cross-departmental collaboration
• Effective time management and the ability to meet deadlines

What we can offer – Manufacturing Planner

• Pension Scheme
• Flexible working

For more information on this role, please contact Immie Collins on (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV to (url removed)

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