Join a growing and forward-thinking manufacturing organisation as a Production Planner, playing a key role in production scheduling, material requirements planning and supply chain coordination to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Supply Chain Planner, Production Scheduler, Materials Planner, Inventory Controller, Logistics Coordinator, Manufacturing Planner, Production Planning Coordinator, Production Planning Specialist, Operations Planner, Demand & Production Planner, Supply & Production Scheduler, Inventory & Production Planner
SALARY: £30,000 to £35,000 per annum + Benefits
LOCATION: Harworth, Doncaster, South Yorkshire (DN11) - 100% Onsite role - candidates must live within a commutable distance (location must be shown on your CV)
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Production Planner to join our established and successful manufacturing team.
As a Production Planner you will be responsible for creating and maintaining production schedules, ensuring materials, resources and workflows are aligned with operational demand.
The Production Planner will work closely with operations, engineering and procurement teams to support efficiency, reduce downtime and ensure on-time delivery of products.
This Production Planner role is ideal for someone organised, detail-driven and confident working within a fast-paced production environment.
ABOUT US
Qlar Pneumatic Conveying UK Ltd is a well-established specialist provider of pneumatic conveying and material handling solutions to a wide range of industrial sectors.
APPLY TODAY
Ready to make your next career move? Apply Today for our Recruitment Team to review.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Production Planner include:
* Production Planning and Scheduling: Create and maintain production plans aligned with customer orders and inventory levels
* MRP and Order Management: Raise, schedule and re-schedule production orders in line with MRP and master production schedules
* Order Release Coordination: Ensure timely release of production orders to support operational delivery
* BOM Management: Modify production bill of materials to ensure accurate material usage and reporting
* Production Expediting: Monitor and expedite work orders to ensure timely completion
* Stakeholder Communication: Liaise with internal teams to communicate schedules and priorities clearly
* Issue Resolution: Identify and respond to production disruptions to maintain on-time delivery
* Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with operations and engineering teams to resolve production challenges
* Material Availability Coordination: Liaise with buyers to ensure materials are available to meet production plans
* Process Compliance: Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, quality and housekeeping standards
* Order Closure: Ensure works orders are completed accurately and efficiently on a daily basis
* Pre-Production Review: Coordinate review meetings prior to delivery of finished goods
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
* Proven experience within a production planning or manufacturing environment
* Experience with MRP systems such as Infor or SAP and multi-level production planning
* Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and supply chain operations
* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
* Strong analytical skills with confidence working with figures and data
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel and computer-based planning systems
* Effective problem-solving skills and ability to respond to change
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work accurately with attention to detail
* Collaborative approach with the ability to work well within a team
BENEFITS
* 33 Days Annual Leave including Bank Holidays
* Contributory Pension Scheme (5% or 6% employer contribution depending on personal contribution)
* Medicash Level 1 health scheme
* Death in service cover at four times basic salary
* Office Based
* Free Car Parking
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without the need for current or future sponsorship. This role is not suitable for candidates on time-limited visas, including the Graduate visa.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details.
We are working swiftly to find the best applicants and hope to hold local interviews ASAP. If you haven’t heard from us within 10 working days, please assume your application was unsuccessful at this time.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds irrespective of your age, gender, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, gender expression, religion or sexual orientation, however at this time we are unable to support applicants requiring a Visa to work in the United Kingdom.
Should you require any specific support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please email our recruitment team directly.
JOB REF: AWDO-P14570
This job is being advertised by AWD online on behalf of Qlar Pneumatic Conveying Ltd
Salary description
£30000.00 - £35000.00 per year