Job Description

Overview

Working with a forward-thinking and fast-growing manufacturing business that takes pride in its innovation, quality, and people. With continued growth and exciting projects in the pipeline, they're now looking to welcome an experienced Production Planner to their dynamic operations team.

The Role:

As Production Planner, you'll play a vital role in ensuring production runs efficiently, smoothly, and to schedule. You'll be the key link between sales, purchasing, and manufacturing, ensuring that planning and scheduling are aligned with customer demand and internal capacity.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in manufacturing planning, who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys the challenge of keeping things running like clockwork.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and manage daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules Utilise the company's MRP system to manage materials planning and production requirements Monitor progress of production and adjust schedules as needed to meet deadlines Liaise closely with procurement, operations, and sales to ensure alignment across departments Manage inventory levels to ensure stock availability without overstocking Identify potential production delays or constraints and work proactively to resolve them Analyse planning data and report on production performance and KPIs Support continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain

About You:

Proven experience in aProduction Planner or similar role within a manufacturing environment Strong experience working with MRP systems is essential Familiarity with E-Max software would be highly advantageous Excellent organisational and analytical skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills - you're confident liaising with all areas of the business A proactive problem-solver who enjoys working in a fast-moving environment Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy

What's in it for you?

A supportive and team-focused working environment Real opportunity to influence and improve production processes A business that values personal development and offers genuine career progression Competitive salary, benefits package, and a forward-thinking leadership team
If you're ready to take on a planning role where you can make a real impact, I'd love to hear from you.

Salary is dependent upon experience

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 27,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Galashiels TD1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Planning: 1 year (required)
Language:

English (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Location:

Galashiels TD1 (preferred)
Work Location: In person