Production Planner

Production Planner

Bradford (BD4)
£35,000 – £40,000 per annum
⏱️ 40 hours per week (Mon–Fri, 8:00am – 4:30pm)

Are you a forward-thinking Production Planner looking to make a real impact?

AQUMEN Recruitment is working with a well-established and highly innovative manufacturing business in Bradford (BD4) to recruit a Production Planner. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that has recently invested heavily in cutting-edge production technology and continues to drive efficiency, quality, and sustainability across its operations.

The Opportunity

You’ll play a key role within the Supply Chain team, taking ownership of production planning activities across multiple manufacturing lines. This is a fast-paced, dynamic environment where your ability to adapt, problem-solve, and think ahead will be critical to success.

What You’ll Be Doing

Managing the MRP system to plan and schedule production across multiple lines
Creating and maintaining accurate capacity and production plans
Adjusting schedules in real time to maximise efficiency and meet demand
Monitoring production performance and reacting to delays or challenges
Communicating plans clearly with production and department teams
Analysing trends, forecasts, and data to support planning decisions
Working closely with operations to ensure orders are delivered on time and in full

What We’re Looking For

Proven experience in production planning or supply chain roles
Strong understanding of Master Production Scheduling (MPS)
Experience using SAP or similar MRP systems
Advanced Excel skills and confident with MS Office
Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving ability
Confident communicator who can influence and challenge when needed
Proactive, forward-thinking approach with a drive to improve processes

⭐ Desirable

Experience within a print or manufacturing environment (highly advantageous)

What’s in It for You?

Competitive salary up to £40,000
33 days holiday (including statutory)
Company sick pay scheme
Opportunity to join a growing, investment-led manufacturing business
A role where you can genuinely influence and improve operations

Apply now through AQUMEN Recruitment and be part of a business that’s shaping the future of manufacturing.

Aqumen Business Solutions is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy