* Position: Production Controller
* Salary: up to £30,000
* Location: Partridge Green
* Hours: Monday – Friday (onsite)
* Benefits: On-site parking
A well-established Manufacturer is seeking a Production Controller to join their team. As a Production Controller you’ll keep things running smoothly by managing orders, making sure materials are stocked, and ensuring everything is in line with company policies. You’ll need to be proactive, a good problem solver, and great at keeping things organized.
Production Controller Responsibilities:
* Keep track of materials and place orders on time to avoid delays.
* Update and manage smart sheet logs so production and support teams have the right info.
* Check incoming orders for mistakes, fix them if you can, or pass them to the right person.
* Work closely with sales, production, and procurement teams to keep everything running smoothly.
* Spot and address recurring order issues to improve processes.
* Make sure job sheets are clear and correct before they go into production.
* Build strong relationships with suppliers and negotiate good prices without sacrificing quality.
* Help with stock counts at month-end and quarterly checks.
* Monitor rebates and supplier performance to maximize savings.
* Ensure updates and changes are shared across departments quickly.
* Assist with general tasks and step in to cover team members during busy periods or absences.
* Take on special projects assigned by management.
* Follow company policies on health & safety, HR, and ethics.
Skills & Experience Required:
* Learn on the job and work with the Production Support Manager to develop new skills.
* Look for ways to improve processes and make things more efficient.
* Maintain great customer service within the team and across departments.
* Find gaps in current workflows and help improve them.
* Proficient IT skills.
* Understand the markets in which they operate and the position of various major competitors in those markets.
* Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Strong organisational abilities.
* Polite phone manner and well-spoken.
Wild Recruitment Ltd T/A First Recruitment Services is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
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