Production Planner in Cambridge
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Job Title – Production Planner
Production Planner
Location: Cambridge
Salary: £40,000
Shift: Monday to Friday (8:00am – 4:30pm)
Job Role of the Production Planner
An excellent opportunity has become available for a Production Planner to join a well-established and growing food manufacturing business with a strong heritage and global supply network.
Working within a collaborative planning team, you will report directly to senior leadership and play a key role in coordinating production, stock control, and supply chain activities across site.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a hands-on, fast-paced environment and wants to develop their technical planning skills within a stable and respected organisation.
Sector – FMCG
Key Responsibilities
Manage production planning and stock transactions
Coordinate packaging and pallet planning / ordering
Organise transport and logistics where required
Handle administration tasks including delivery note processing
Communicate production schedules and updates across supply chain and customers
Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs)
Carry out toll milling and processing calculations
Coordinate third-party production and processing activities
Track and report KPIs related to production performance (OEE and operational targets)
Develop and maintain medium-term production plans (up to 4 weeks ahead)
Provide cover for Production & Logistics Planning when required
Non-Negotiable Requirements
Previous experience in a Planner role
Experience working within a manufacturing or production environment
Requirements for the Production Planner
Strong communication skills across multiple departments
Good understanding of production processes and planning systems
Competent with data, reporting, and KPI tracking
The Production Planner Will Benefit From
Working for a long-established and reputable food manufacturing business
Stable Monday–Friday days role offering a strong work-life balance
Benefits package including:
Pension
Life assurance
Cycle to work scheme
Ongoing technical development and on-the-job training
Additional Information
This role offers strong technical progression, with exposure to multiple areas of production and supply chain
Ideal for someone who is proactive, hands-on, and enjoys problem-solving
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- Location:
- Cambridge
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Planner, Production Planner, Production, Planning