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- Annual Salary: £32,000 - £40,000
- Location: Lowestoft
- Job Type: Full-time, permanent
A leading company in the commercial graphics and visual communications sector is seeking a Production Planning Controller. With a rich history, they are dedicated to delivering high-quality branding and image management services. Their commitment to excellence is reflected in their core values of teamworth, trust and innovation.
Day-to-day of the role:- Act as the central point of contact between various departments, ensuring effective communication and coordination.
- Work closely with the Estimating team to apply consistent logic to machine, material, and batch size selection.
- Maintain and update the Master Production Schedule to provide accurate daily plans.
- Offer a clear view of production requirements for customer orders with a rolling 10-day production plan.
- Report on plan versus actual KPIs, analyzing variances to inform production adjustments.
- Advise on lead times, capacity, and utilisation to optimise production efficiency.
- Implement small batch and levelling principles to enhance production flow and material yield.
- Manage inventory levels to balance supply continuity against overproduction risks.
- Drive continuous improvement in planning systems, focusing on efficiency, quality, and service.
- Develop processes to improve medium-term planning accuracy and installation schedule integration.
- Relevant diploma in Operations Management or Supply Chain Management is desirable.
- Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, Power Query, and PowerBI.
- Knowledge of Lean principles in planning and supply chain contexts.
- Strong mathematical ability, ideally to A-level standard.
- Proactive approach to challenging and improving work practices.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and adaptability to various digital tools.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills with effective decision-making capabilities.
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present to senior leadership.
- Resilience and calm under pressure with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- Competitive remuneration package.
- Supportive training and development opportunities.
- Free onsite parking.
- A positive and engaging work environment.
- Pension scheme and employee discount scheme.
- Health and wellness initiatives, including free fruit and health services.
- Generous annual leave and additional volunteering day.
- Employee Assistance Scheme and company events.
- Cycle to work scheme and other health-related benefits.
To apply for the Production Planning Controller position, please submit your CV to or "APPLY" online.
