Production Planner

2 weeks ago

Kington, United Kingdom Recruitment Helpline Full time

**Job Title: Production Planner**

**Location: Kington, Herefordshire**

**Hours: 40hrs pw, Monday to Friday, permanent**

**Pay: £28k - £34k**

An opportunity has arisen for a full-time Production Planner to start immediately. The role will be based in the company’s panel build unit at head office in Kington, working for a well-known and well-respected electrical installation company employing around42 staff. The company manufactures electrical control systems for the process industry and specialises in the installation of LV and ELV electrical systems within the construction industry, mainly for the water and wastewater sector. Reporting to the PanelProduction Manager, the successful person will have a responsible attitude and ability to organise production according to demand and quality standards, ensure goods are produced on time for distribution in a profitable manner, and effectively manage severalpanel operatives to achieve maximum efficiency.

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Production planning: identify customer’s required delivery date, plan number of build days back from required delivery date, allocate panel builder days, ensure correct deployment of staff, ensure specialist parts will arrive on time
- Management and development of a team of panel operatives on a daily basis in terms of work instruction, attendance and performance management, taking appropriate action to address issues as and when they arise
- Monitoring and driving performance within the team
- Enter customer’s order into ERP system (computer package), generate a job number and enter the whole job including quotation number in the relevant customer file
- Using the ERP system, order any specialist components required for the job
- Monitor the panel build progress on a daily basis against the planned build schedule and budget, adjust schedule as required - alert Production Manager/management if there are any problems
- Troubleshooting
- Create delivery notes and book carriers for shipments going out
- Conduct weekly check of stock levels against pre-printed schedules and order replacement stock as required
- Scan A4 drawings, notes and other documents relating to the job and save in ERP system
- Receive AutoCAD schematics back, check for accuracy against original, convert to PDF and print ready for panel operatives
- Receive all deliveries and check against delivery notes - if correct, sign and date delivery note and pass to accounts team, transfer received goods to correct location
- Ensure documentation and paperwork is accurately and appropriately filed/saved
- Work with the Production Manager and management to ensure effective forward planning
- Ensure equipment is well maintained, manage safe working practices and adherence to H&S compliance
- Identify and communicate issues that affect quality, efficiency and waste
- Build good working relations with external customers, suppliers and stakeholders
- Work in partnership with other areas of the business including H&S and HR

**Required Skills and Abilities**
- Proven experience in production, and coordinating and optimising production workflow
- Proven people management skills to effectively lead, support and motivate production panel operatives
- Proven experience of production planning and quality control principles
- Proven experience of prioritising operations to ensure maximum performance and minimum delay
- Proven experience of determining resources, equipment and raw materials needed to cover production demand
- Excellent working knowledge and experience in using MS Office (Outlook/Word/Excel)
- Ability to balance and manage own workload
- Effective communication abilities
- Methodical with strong analytical skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Desire to solve problems and find solutions
- Results driven, ability to focus on getting things done within relevant timeframe
- Professional and positive attitude, a team player supportive of others
- Excellent attention to detail, working to a consistent high standard of work
- Proactive in identifying continuous improvement opportunities for efficiency gain
- Strong sense of honesty and integrity
- Good at math and statistics
- Familiar with lean manufacturing practices and principles

**Benefits**
- Pension contribution
- Additional holiday after 3 years continuous service
- Annual bonus depending on personal and company performance
- Death in Service Benefit
- Early Friday afternoon finish
- Free parking
- Free relevant PPE
- Full training (in-house) will be provided

**Additional Information**
- Visa sponsorship not offered; applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK
- No agencies please

  • Purchasing and Production Leader

    2 weeks ago

    Kington, United Kingdom Recruitment Helpline Ltd Full time

    Job SummaryThe successful candidate will oversee the Production Planner and Panel Builders, ensuring we meet customer delivery targets and quality expectations. Key responsibilities include managing site materials, vehicles, and hire equipment, as well as raising orders to suppliers and negotiating favourable costs and delivery terms.

  • Production and Purchasing Director

    3 weeks ago

    Kington, Herefordshire, United Kingdom Recruitment Helpline Ltd Full time £40,000 - £43,000

    **Job Description:** We are looking for a highly skilled Production and Purchasing Director to lead our manufacturing operations at Recruitment Helpline Ltd.This challenging role involves overseeing production planning, inventory management, and supply chain optimization. You will work closely with our Design Manager, Contract and Project Managers to ensure...

  • Manufacturing Operations Director

    2 days ago

    Kington, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Austin Fraser Full time

    Job Title: Manufacturing Operations DirectorEstimated Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annumAbout the Role:We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Operations Director to lead our manufacturing operations.The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the production planning and purchasing functions, as well as managing a team of production...

  • Purchasing and Production Lead

    3 weeks ago

    Kington, Herefordshire, United Kingdom Recruitment Helpline Ltd Full time £40,000 - £43,000

    Job Title: Purchasing and Production LeadEstimated Salary: £41,500 - £44,000 per annumRole Summary: We are seeking an experienced Purchasing and Production Lead to join our team in Kington, Herefordshire. The successful candidate will have experience in purchasing, cost negotiation, and production planning, and will be responsible for managing logistics,...

  • Production and Procurement Lead

    3 weeks ago

    Kington, Herefordshire, United Kingdom Recruitment Helpline Ltd Full time £40,000 - £43,000

    Purchasing and Manufacturing Coordinator Job DescriptionWe are recruiting a Purchasing and Manufacturing Coordinator to join our team in Kington, Herefordshire. As a key member of our operations team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth running of our manufacturing processes.This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and...

  • Manufacturing Operations Manager

    3 days ago

    Kington, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Recruitment Helpline Ltd Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Operations Manager to join our team at Recruitment Helpline Ltd. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a well-established company in the electrical installation industry.The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the Production Planner and 4 x Panel Builders, as well as 2 x Site...

  • Factory Operations Manager

    3 days ago

    Kington, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Recruitment Helpline Ltd Full time

    Job Title: Factory Operations ManagerAbout the Role:This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established company as a Factory Operations Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the production planning and purchasing operations, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products to customers.Key Responsibilities:* Oversee...

  • Operations and Procurement Director

    3 days ago

    Kington, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Recruitment Helpline Ltd Full time

    Job Title: Operations and Procurement DirectorAbout the Role:This is a senior leadership opportunity to join a well-established company as an Operations and Procurement Director. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the entire production and procurement operation, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products to customers.Key...

  • Factory Procurement Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Kington, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Recruitment Helpline Ltd Full time

    Join our team as a Factory Procurement Specialist and take advantage of a challenging and rewarding career opportunity in Kington, Herefordshire.About the CompanyWe are a well-established company that specialises in the installation of LV and ELV electrical systems for the water and waste-water sector.The ideal candidate will have experience in purchasing...

  • Factory Operations and Logistics Lead

    3 weeks ago

    Kington, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Recruitment Helpline Full time

    Job Description: We are seeking a Factory Operations and Logistics Lead to join our team at Recruitment Helpline. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of our factory operations and managing the logistics of site materials, vehicles and hire equipment.The ideal candidate will have experience in...

  • Operations Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Kington, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Recruitment Helpline Ltd Full time

    Establish a successful career as an Operations Manager with our esteemed electrical installation company in Kington, Herefordshire.About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee production planning, purchasing, and logistics. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established company that specialises in the installation of...

  • Factory Operations and Procurement Lead

    3 weeks ago

    Kington, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Recruitment Helpline Ltd Full time

    About the Job:We are recruiting a Factory/Purchasing Manager to join our team at Recruitment Helpline Ltd. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing the production planning and purchasing functions to ensure seamless delivery of our electrical installation services.Responsibilities:Manage the Production Planner and 4 x Panel Builders to...

  • Electrical Installation Purchasing Director

    3 weeks ago

    Kington, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Recruitment Helpline Ltd Full time

    Job Title:Factory/Purchasing ManagerAbout the Role:We are seeking a skilled Factory/Purchasing Manager to join our team at Recruitment Helpline Ltd. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for overseeing the production planning and purchasing functions, ensuring seamless delivery of our electrical installation services.Key...

  • Purchasing and Manufacturing Coordinator

    3 weeks ago

    Kington, Herefordshire, United Kingdom Recruitment Helpline Ltd Full time £40,000 - £43,000

    Production and Procurement Lead Job OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled Production and Procurement Lead to join our team in Kington, Herefordshire. This is a challenging and rewarding role that requires strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities.You will be responsible for overseeing the production and...

  • Electrical Manufacturing Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Kington, Herefordshire, United Kingdom Recruitment Helpline Ltd Full time £40,000 - £43,000

    Electrical Manufacturing ManagerThis is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled Factory/Purchasing Manager to join our client, a well-established electrical installation company. As the Electrical Manufacturing Manager, you will oversee a team of Production Planners, Panel Builders, and Site Support Assistants to ensure the successful delivery of...

  • Electrical Systems Manager

    7 days ago

    Kington, Herefordshire, United Kingdom Recruitment Helpline Full time

    Job Title: Electrical Systems ManagerThe Recruitment Helpline is seeking an experienced Electrical Systems Manager to join a well-established company in Kington, Herefordshire. As the Electrical Systems Manager, you will oversee the Production Planner and 4 x Panel Builders as well as 2 x Site Support Assistants to ensure that we are meeting customer...

  • Electrical Systems Logistics Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Kington, Herefordshire, United Kingdom Recruitment Helpline Ltd Full time £40,000 - £43,000

    Job Description: Manufacturing and Procurement ExecutiveWe are seeking a highly skilled executive to join our team. As a key member of our manufacturing and procurement operation, you will be responsible for overseeing the production planner and panel builders, ensuring customer delivery targets and quality are met.You will also be responsible for managing...

  • Factory Operations Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Kington, Herefordshire, United Kingdom Recruitment Helpline Ltd Full time £40,000 - £43,000

    Job Title: Factory Operations ManagerWe are seeking an experienced Factory Operations Manager to oversee the production and procurement processes at our manufacturing facility in Kington, Herefordshire. This role offers a competitive salary of £42,000-£45,000 per annum.The ideal candidate will have experience in managing teams, ensuring efficient...

  • Operations and Procurement Director

    3 weeks ago

    Kington, Herefordshire, United Kingdom Recruitment Helpline Ltd Full time £40,000 - £43,000

    Job Title: Operations and Procurement DirectorEstimated Salary: £45,000 - £48,000 per annumCompany Overview: We are a reputable electrical installation company based in Kington, Herefordshire, with a strong reputation in the industry. Our company specializes in the installation of LV and ELV electrical systems for the water and waste-water sector.Job...

  • Recruitment Helpline Ltd | Factory/Purchasing Manager | kington

    4 weeks ago

    Kington, Herefordshire, United Kingdom Recruitment Helpline Ltd Full time €40,000 - €43,000

    Job Title: Factory/Purchasing Manager Salary:£40-43k depending on experience Contract/Hours: Permanent, 40hrs pw, including every 3rd Saturday Excellent opportunity for a Factory/Purchasing Manager to join a well-established company We are recruiting a Factory/Purchasing Manager to start as soon as possible. The role will also require attendance...