Production Planner

• Introduce CI initiatives to improve site efficiencies
• Make the role your own with autonomy in your function
• Be part of a growing business

Position Overview: As the Production Planner, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient scheduling of production activities to meet customer demand while influencing the floor of best practice processes. You will be responsible for managing production schedules, identifying constraints, and implementing changes as needed to meet production deadlines. Additionally, you will work closely with key stakeholders to manage raw material inventory levels and address any deviations from the plan.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage production schedules to meet customer demand requirements, prioritising orders accordingly.
• Identify and address production constraints related to materials, machinery, and labor to ensure efficient production plans.
• Effectively communicate changes to production schedules and coordinate with relevant departments to ensure timely implementation.
• Manage raw material inventory levels and adjust production plans as needed to resolve excesses or shortages.
• Analyse deviations from the production plan and implement corrective actions to maintain on-time delivery and minimise waste.
• Develop and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly reporting on production performance and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Regularly review capacity plans against sales forecasts, trends, and seasonality to optimize production efficiency.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role within the FMCG industry, ideally within food manufacturing or packing.
• Practical understanding of production processes, quality control, compliance standards, and operations/logistics.
• Excellent analytical and planning skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• High level of verbal and written communication skills, and a strong, influential speaker.
• Proficiency in SAP and Excel.
• Demonstrated self-management skills including effective time management, multitasking, and organisation.
• Adaptability, flexibility, and resilience with a commitment to continuous improvement initiatives.