Location: Stevenage
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000
Overview
We are looking for a Production Planner to join a busy manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for someone with 1–2 years’ experience in planning or a similar role, looking to develop their skills further within a structured and supportive team.
You will be responsible for supporting the planning and scheduling of production to ensure materials, resources, and capacity are aligned to meet customer demand and delivery targets.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in creating and maintaining production schedules in line with customer demand
Monitor work orders, capacity, and material availability to ensure smooth workflow
Liaise with production, procurement, and engineering teams to resolve any scheduling issues
Track and update order progress, highlighting delays or risks to delivery
Support with inventory planning and ensure materials are available when required
Use ERP/MRP systems to manage production data and planning activities
Help identify opportunities to improve planning processes and efficiency
Maintain accurate planning records and reports
Skills & Experience
1–2 years’ experience in a production planning, scheduling, or coordination role
Experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Good communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving mindset
Exposure to lean manufacturing or continuous improvement
Experience working with multiple product lines or complex schedules
Understanding of supply chain or inventory planning
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary and benefits
Opportunity to develop within a growing manufacturing business
Supportive team environment with training and progression
Exposure to wider operations and supply chain functions
Salary description
£30000.00 - £35000.00 per year