Job Title: Production Planner
Location: NG22 0PQ
Sector: Construction / Manufacturing
Type: Permanent
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000
Sutton Recruitment are working exclusively to recruit a Production Planner to join a leading company who specializes in the production of innovative precast reinforced, pre-stressed and post-tensioned concrete products.
As the largest independent producer of pre-stressed bridge beams in Britain, the company offers a comprehensive range of beam profiles as well as bespoke reinforced and post-tensioned products developed and tailored to the needs of individual projects.
As the Production Planner, you will:
1. Present the works production plans, and distribute them to works supervisors detailing available hours for moulds, reinforcements, casters, and finishing.
2. Liaise with suppliers to ensure the mould and reinforcements sub-contractors are aware of project requirements including production targets, delivery, and quality standards.
3. Consult with operations regarding mould design and transmit the appropriate information to the mould builders, both internal and external.
4. Agree prices with suppliers and seek annual agreements where possible and practical.
5. Identify potential cost savings and advise management as necessary.
6. Hire equipment long term and seek approvals.
7. Carry out periodic supplier reviews including quality audits.
8. Assess minimum stores stock levels and ensure they are accurate and available as required.
9. Coordinate activities to ensure SHEQ systems are adequately maintained by relevant department personnel.
10. Ensure legislation and company H&S regulations comply within the scope of operations.
11. Maintain high standards of housekeeping within Stores and Mould departments at all times.
12. Maintain productivity targets by monitoring and achieving accurate allocation of labour hours and reviewing relevant data against production budgets.
13. Work with the management team to identify and implement improvement opportunities in working practices and productivity performance.
14. Proactively communicate with the management team to identify and resolve any arising or identified issues.
Knowledge, Experience & Skills:
1. Good knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel & Project.
2. Excellent communication skills and attention to detail, both verbal & written.
3. Full Driver's License and own car; all mileage is paid for business travel.
4. Ability to manage time and workflow of projects efficiently.
5. Build effective working relations with people at all levels across our company and externally.
Qualifications:
1. Degree, HNC/HND Qualification; preferably within Procurement, Surveying, Civil Engineering, or Construction/Project Management.
What's on offer:
1. Monday to Friday, 08:00am - 17:00pm (30-minute unpaid lunch).
2. 20 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (Birthday off).
3. Nest Pension: 3% client, 5% employee.
To be suitable for this role, you must have a full driving license and your own vehicle.
Sutton Recruitment Limited offers a professional and personal service within recruitment. Our experienced consultants work closely with both candidates & clients to ensure the best possible outcome.
If this role is not suitable for you, we would be happy to have an informal discussion regarding any future opportunities.
While we aim to respond to every applicant, on occasion this is not always possible; therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 14 days of applying, please do get in contact with us.
Sutton Recruitment Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr