Production Planner
Lincoln
Mon - Fri £26000 - £27,993
We have a role available for a Production Planner to work in Lincoln.
Primary Responsibilities:
* Plan, schedule, and coordinate production activities to ensure efficient, on-time delivery of goods.
* Collaborate with the planning team to create and maintain production schedules, meeting customer demands.
* Analyse raw materials and BOM requirements to ensure availability for production.
* Report any scheduling or material issues to the Head of Production Planning and adjust schedules as needed.
* Assist customer service teams with delivery schedules and updates.
* Monitor production and supplier performance, recommending improvements to optimise planning.
* Oversee the MRP system, allocating and launching manufacturing orders, and managing the 'Can Be Made' report.
* Create and launch various order types (e.g., split batches, Free Issue, RBR Orders) and ensure accurate processing.
* Work with other departments to handle order adjustments and documentation updates.
* Update BOMs and implement drawing/routing changes as instructed, ensuring data accuracy in the system.
* Use daily reports to verify and correct data discrepancies, investigating anomalies as needed.
* Ensure accurate product tracking, investigating errors and correcting issues in the system.
* Assist in preparing for and conducting the annual stock take, including data entry and discrepancy resolution.
Essential Skills and Experience:
* Experience with MRP systems (Manufacturing Resource Planning)
* Structured approach.
* Good Communication Skills,
* Computer and Data Literate,
* Basic Mathematics combined with Analytical & Logical approach, allowing for flexible methods of working.
* Target orientated
* Diligent
* Mon - Thurs 07:30 - 4 Fri - 7.30 - 12
* 25 Days Holiday