Job Overview: We are working on behalf of our client, an injection moulding manufacturer we are looking for a Production Planner to join their team.

Remit:

* As Production Planner, your key role will be to manage the factory planning using MRP as well as planning and prioritizing operations to ensure maximum performance and utilisation.

* The successful candidate will have prior experience working within injection moulding manufacturing and display critical thinking and problem solving skills with a degree of competency in the use of Microsoft Office applications and ERP & MRP systems.

Role:

* Monitor the availability of raw materials for planned manufacturing, using stock availability reports

* Manage the raw materials and packaging inventory for on-time delivery, precise stock records, and budget/space compliance

* Match workforce, manpower, and production capacity with existing inventory

* Formulate cost-effective manufacturing plans aimed at achieving Delivery Cost Improvement

* Undertake inventory counting for raw materials as required

* Maintain records of orders received, completed work, and inventory

* Advise and facilitate communication between company departments to review, maintain, and improve processes

* Liaise with procurement to ensure stock availability of raw materials for manufacturing

* Ensure adherence to Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements, promoting a safe ...