Job Description

Description

We are seeking a Production Planner / Scheduler to operate at the heart of our manufacturing

processes and drive excellence in capacity planning, production scheduling, operational

efficiency and customer fulfilment. This is a full-time site-based role at our Brackmills

(Northampton) facility.

Key Responsibilities

Interfacing with the commercial team, compile the master production plan on all filling
lines based on customer orders, service levels, forecasts and inventory management;

Schedule daily and weekly production in line with the master production plan, engaging
with operational teams to account for short-term impact events, deviations, efficiencies

and constraints;

Monitor and highlight variations to the plan, engaging with operational stakeholders to
initiate and progress corrective actions;

Plan and schedule up-stream batch mixing to ensure blends are available, interfacing with
the technical team on batch sheet preparation;

Create and progress SAP-based works orders for all production activity; Integrate the medium to long-term forecasts into the rough-cut capacity plan; Lead the weekly planning forum and monthly capacity review meetings; Take ownership of planning and scheduling KPIs within the site scorecard; Identify new ideas and drive improvement in planning and scheduling processes; Any other activities as may be periodically required to facilitate and support the smooth running of the business.
Safety & Compliance

Ensure systems and processes are followed to minimise the environmental impact of the operations; All activities on site are carried out in a safe manner, in line with policies, ensuring that all Health, Safety and Environmental statutory requirements are met; Compliance to all other HSE & HR Policies & Procedures.
Stakeholder Relationships

Maintain strong, cooperative and productive relationships with internal and external
stakeholders;

Work closely with purchasing colleagues to ensure material availability to support
production requirements;

Participate in and contribute to the daily production huddles, and weekly/monthly
performance reviews;

Ensure adequate bi-directional communication with internal teams including commercial, supply chain, production, engineering.
PRODUCTION PLANNER / SCHEDULER

JOB SPECIFICATION

Person Specification

Previous experience in a similar planning role within a manufacturing environment is essential; MRP/ERP system experience is essential, preferably with SAP; Experience in designing, implementing and/or improving planning and scheduling processes will be an advantage in this role; Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Strong organisational, analytical and time-management skills; Adept at problem-solving, with the ability to identify potential issues and coordinate countermeasures to reduce operational risk; Excellent communication skills; Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping; Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Enthusiasm for learning and development; Strong customer service focus.
Production Planner / Scheduler The role will initially report directly to the Operations Director during the implementation phase of new processes. Escalation Procedure In the event that the employee must escalate a concern, this must be made to their line manager in the first instance.

Employees must not continue to perform their duties if their environment is unsafe. Instead, employees must report this immediately to their line manager and wait for further instructions.

We can offer flexible hours Monday - Friday ranging from 8am - 4.30pm, 7.30am to 4pm and 7am to 3.30pm.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: MH1