Our client, a leading engineering manufacturer, is experiencing significant growth, with a strong pipeline of orders and an increasing demand for their products. As a result, they are creating a brand-new Production Planner position to support their busy operations and drive efficiency. This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving business and play a key role in shaping and improving their production planning processes. Reporting to the Production Manager, you will have a broad and varied role. You will be responsible for implementing production plans, coordinating materials and resources, and ensuring the timely delivery of products while maintaining high-quality standards. As a Production Planner, you will work closely with teams across production, procurement, logistics, and engineering to optimise efficiency and achieve production targets. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain production schedules to meet customer demand and production capacity. Monitor production progress and identify potential bottlenecks. Work closely with production teams to ensure timely and efficient order fulfilment. Manage inventory levels and ensure the availability of necessary materials. Analyse production data to identify areas for improvement and optimise production processes. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and productivity. Maintain accurate production records and reports. Liaise with other departments, including procurement, sales, and engineering. Requirements: Proven experience in production planning or a related role within a manufacturing or engineering environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent organisational and time management abilities. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant software. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. ADZN1_UKTJ