Production Planner

We are looking to employ a detail-oriented and experienced production planner to create, modify, and manage production schedules. Working within the planning team that oversee the Mould shop, Assembly, Battery and Spares planning

Duties

• Help to support the planning team with reporting functions

• Learn Sofco & JDE systems

• Learn and develop Battery plant planning tool and liaise with Moulding shop with production of plastics

• Learn and develop Assy Build, Battery planning and spares Assy build ahead

• Coordinating production operations in accordance with material, labour, and equipment availability

• Provide cover for the team

• Monitor production progress and ensure that final product meets quality standards and customer specifications

• Work with key stakeholders to understand where improvements can be made

• Ensure system changes are in line with business strategy

• Involvement in Engineering change projects and planning resources to ensure timescales are met

• Promptly addressing and resolving production issues to minimize delays in production

Required knowledge, skills or experience

• A sound knowledge of Microsoft Office especially in Excel

• Personable and approachable with excellent communication & time management skills

• Sharp analytical and problem-solving skills

• Able to prioritise workload accordingly

• Meticulous and diligent

• Able to demonstrate a "What can I do attitude"

Additional Information

Location: Newton Aycliffe

Hours of work:

• 08:00AM - 16:00PM: Monday - Thursday

• 08:00AM - 14:30PM: Friday

Rates of pay:

• 25-35K depending on experience

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Gem Partnership Ltd who are trading as a recruitment business.