Production Planner
TRITECH GROUP Yeovil
Tritech Group are manufacturing experts and suppliers of precision products to global Aerospace & Defence industry giants and to support our rapid growth we are recruiting for a range of positions across our 8 UK facilities.
We recognise that our core strength lies in our people and have established an engaging and innovative environment to support our valued employees with delivering our organisational vision and goals.
We welcome applicants with a can – do attitude, who are proactive and have an eye for detail, to be part of our highly regarded dynamic team that works in partnership with our customers, shaping the future of aviation with advanced technologies.
Role Summary
The Production Planner is responsible for organising production according to demand and quality standards. They ensure that production processes are optimised for efficiency and cost-effectiveness while meeting customer requirements. This role involves planning and scheduling production activities, managing inventory levels, and coordinating with various departments to achieve production goals.
Key Responsibilities
Production Planning and Scheduling
Conduct regular inventory audits to maintain accuracy.
Coordination and Communication
Collaborate with the production, procurement, and sales teams to align production schedules with customer orders. Communicate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials. Provide updates on production status to relevant stakeholders.
Efficiency and Cost Control
Identify opportunities to improve production processes and reduce costs. Implement best practices in production planning and scheduling. Analyse production data to identify and resolve bottlenecks.
Quality Assurance
Ensure that production processes comply with quality standards. Work with the quality control team to address any production issues.
Reporting and Documentation
Maintain accurate records of production schedules, inventory levels, and production performance. Prepare reports on production status and performance metrics.
Person Specification
Experience
Pay: £30,000.00-£33,000.00 per year
We recognise that our core strength lies in our people and have established an engaging and innovative environment to support our valued employees with delivering our organisational vision and goals.
We welcome applicants with a can – do attitude, who are proactive and have an eye for detail, to be part of our highly regarded dynamic team that works in partnership with our customers, shaping the future of aviation with advanced technologies.
In return we will invest in your future and skills and will provide you, our successful candidate, options to develop further.
We are a company who pride ourselves on our good Health & Safety practices. We have a family feel within all areas of our business and would welcome the right person into our team.Role Summary
The Production Planner is responsible for organising production according to demand and quality standards. They ensure that production processes are optimised for efficiency and cost-effectiveness while meeting customer requirements. This role involves planning and scheduling production activities, managing inventory levels, and coordinating with various departments to achieve production goals.
Key Responsibilities
Production Planning and Scheduling
Develop and manage production schedules to meet customer demands. Determine equipment and raw material needs based on production forecasts. Monitor production progress and make adjustments as needed to meet deadlines.
Inventory Management
Manage inventory levels to ensure materials are available for production without overstocking. Coordinate with the procurement team to order materials as needed.Conduct regular inventory audits to maintain accuracy.
Coordination and Communication
Collaborate with the production, procurement, and sales teams to align production schedules with customer orders. Communicate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials. Provide updates on production status to relevant stakeholders.
Efficiency and Cost Control
Identify opportunities to improve production processes and reduce costs. Implement best practices in production planning and scheduling. Analyse production data to identify and resolve bottlenecks.
Quality Assurance
Ensure that production processes comply with quality standards. Work with the quality control team to address any production issues.
Reporting and Documentation
Maintain accurate records of production schedules, inventory levels, and production performance. Prepare reports on production status and performance metrics.
Person Specification
Experience
- Proven experience as a Production Planner or similar role in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience with production planning software and ERP systems.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Primarily office-based with some time spent in the production area.
- May require occasional travel to suppliers or other company sites.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles is a plus.
Essential Qualifications
Experience:
- Planning within a manufacturing environment is essential.
- Experience in planning tools & Excel is essential.
Industry Knowledge:
- Knowledge of Aerospace operators desirable.
- Ideally from a manufacturing/engineering bias background
Technical Proficiency:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point).
- Knowledge of Aerospace operators desirable.
- Ideally from a manufacturing/engineering bias background.
Pay: £30,000.00-£33,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- Have you had any exposure or experience to MRP or ERP systems?
- How many years experience do you have in a Manufacturing Production Planning role?
Experience:
- Production planning: 3 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Reference ID: MFF/TGUK/FY23-24/00111
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