Production Planner Monday - Thursday: 8.00AM - 4.30PM & Friday: 8.00AM - 2.00PM Annual Salary £30,000 - £35,000 People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Production Planner to join our well-established client based in Kingswinford on a full-time permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity offering an amazing annual salary and room to grow and progress. Benefits Opportunity to join a growing company with a turnover of around £20 million Strong prospects for career development and progression within a thriving industry Supportive and collaborative working environment Professional development and continuous learning opportunities Private healthcare 25 days holiday Bank Holidays Day to Day Duties Develop and manage detailed production schedules to ensure efficient workflow Collaborate with various departments (production, logistics, procurement) to meet customer demands and project deadlines Monitor and adjust production schedules to address any delays or changes in priorities Analyse production data to identify bottlenecks and propose solutions for improvement Coordinate with suppliers to ensure materials and resources are available for production needs Use ERP systems to track production activities, ensuring accurate and real-time data management Contribute to initiatives aimed at improving lead times, reducing waste, and driving overall efficiency Essential Skills Proven experience as a Production Planner in a manufacturing environment. Strong organisational skills with attention to detail Proficiency in using ERP systems for planning and scheduling Ability to create effective production schedules based on operational needs Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement Must have full driving license and own car Must have Excellent Microsoft Excel skills (Confident with using formulas such as VLOOKUP's) Desirable Experience Experience in coil, rolling, or slitting manufacturing processes Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles or similar process improvement methods. Knowledge of supply chain management and logistics Some experience of purchasing may also be beneficial but is not essential Training Training provided Apply Apply today by clicking below ADZN1_UKTJ