Job Description
Job Title: Production Planner
Location: Irvine KA11
Department: Production
Reporting to: Production Manager
The Role
We are currently recruiting for a Production Planner to join our manufacturing team following the departure of a valued team member. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a production background, including junior candidates looking to develop their career within a supportive and structured environment.
The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring production runs smoothly, deadlines are met, and products are manufactured to the required standards.
Key Responsibilities
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Planning production schedules and ensuring deadlines are consistently met
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Monitoring and ensuring KPIs are achieved
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Working closely and directly with production lines on a day-to-day basis
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Ensuring all products meet quality and specification standards
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Supporting continuous improvement across the production process
Experience, Skills & Qualifications
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Background in a production or manufacturing environment
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Junior candidates will be considered
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Experience within steel manufacturing is highly advantageous
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Strong organisational and planning skills
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Ability to work hands-on with production teams
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Good attention to detail and quality standards
Training & Progression
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Supportive approach to training and development
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Opportunity to gain further qualifications
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Clear progression pathway with potential to move into a Supervisor role
Package & Benefits
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Salary: 34,740 per annum
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Hours: 8:30am – 5:00pm
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Shift Pattern: Days
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Holidays: 25 days + 8 bank holidays
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Pension: 4% employer / 5% employee
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Life Assurance: 3x annual salary
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Health: Healthcare package included
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Overtime or shift allowance: if applicable
If you’re looking to develop your career in production planning with real progression opportunities in a supportive manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you.
