The Production Planner & Supervisor will be responsible for planning the workflow, ensuring materials and staffing resources are available to fulfil orders on time, in full to our customers, while maintaining target levels of OTR. They will also take line management responsibility for the Extrusion Team Leaders ensuring that the plan is followed. Key Responsibilities: Work together with Team Leaders in extrusion to ensure that the plan is followed and that any decisions to amend the plan are made collectively and in line with business priorities Communicate KPI performance data and any escalations to the Site Leader Attend SIM meetings for production & supply chain, reporting any production issues People management in line with our HR policies including time off and performance management using BambooHR Plan workflow for all areas (CAU, FAB, Extrusion) including machine capabilities, resource availability, workforce capability, shift patterns to meet customer demand and cost of product Oversee training & development requirements for all areas, ensuring that skills matrices are updated Manage other cells such as Resi and Sector 1 activities Ensur e the planning boards in MRPEasy/InTouch are available and up to date for each shift Check that the plan is being followed throughout the shifts (using MRP and InTouch) liaising with Extrusion Team Leaders and through observations on the shop floor Ensure raw materials and packaging are ordered, using MRP Plan for new product trials to take place with the use of InTouch Oversee management of holidays, sickness and other absences from shop floor employees Manage approval of overtime and keep records for P ayroll Develop productive working relationships with the production teams Support Extrusion Team Leaders to ensure the correct quality standards are followed in accordance with Company Policy and the Quality Team Ensure accurate stock control & stock takes using MRP Liais e with customers and suppliers as required Manage temporary labour requirements and timesheets with external agencies Implement corrective actions following any investigation Encourage & deliver continuous improvement in the reduction of downtime and scrap levels Take responsibility for process cycle work and encourage setters to troubleshoot problems, adjusting the plan when necessary Support Team Leaders with attendance, capability and disciplinary matters Complet e BambooHR assessments and other competency frameworks Health, Safety and Environment: Ensure adherence to company Health & Safety policies and procedures Ensure H&S, Fire Warden and First Aid requirements are included within the production plan/labour requirements Ensure training matrix is up to date for H&S, Fire Warden and First Aiders (in conjunction with Production Supervisors) Ensure all personnel have access to and are wearing the correct workwear and PPE as prescribed for the job function where necessary Report any HSE non-conformities and near misses to the Site Leader Personal Specifications: Experience in a plastic extrusion environment Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time efficiently to meet production deadlines High level of IT literacy and a willingness to embrace change in order to make improvements Problem solver with a continuous improvement mindset Ability to lead and develop a small team MRP/In Touch systems knowledge & skills, including managing purchase orders are essential Drive and determination to achieve customer satisfaction Understanding of customers’ needs and ability to adapt to change Ability to communicate at all levels Be observant and aware of what is going on around you Have a conscientious attitude with a considered and systematic approach Confident to offer ideas regarding process improvements A good team player who is supportive of colleagues