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Job Description

Vickerstock is working in partnership with a global manufacturing business to recruit a Production Planning Specialist. This is a key role within the operations team, offering the opportunity to take ownership of production schedules and play a central part in ensuring customer demand is met efficiently and consistently.

This position would suit someone with a strong background in production planning or scheduling with experience in a manufacturing environment.

Benefits include:

Up to 10% bonus 9% employer pension contribution Private Medical Group Life Insurance

The Role

Translating monthly supply plans into detailed daily and weekly production schedules Planning and allocating work orders across production lines to meet output, cost, safety, and quality targets Monitoring production performance and adjusting schedules to manage backlogs, material constraints, labour availability, or design changes Ensuring materials, people, tools, and equipment are in place to support production plans Raising and managing work orders and purchase requests aligned to production requirements Reviewing production specifications and capacity data to optimise manufacturing processes Analysing machine and operator loading to maximise efficiency and throughput Monitoring production data to ensure smooth material flow across the plant Supporting a safe, well-organised, and positive working environment Using structured problem-solving and root cause analysis to address non-conforming processes

About You

A degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience) 3 years’ experience in production planning, scheduling, or a similar manufacturing role A strong understanding of capacity planning, resource utilisation, and material flow Experience working closely with supply planning and production teams Proficiency in ERP and production planning systems

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, contact Michael Irwin today or apply via the link provided.

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