Production Planner

7 months ago


Lisburn, United Kingdom KME-Steelworks Full time

Production Planner

**Responsibilities**:
1. Demand Forecasting:

- Collaborate with sales and other relevant departments to gather and analyse demand forecasts.
- Utilize historical data, market trends, and other factors to develop accurate demand projections.

2. Production Scheduling:

- Create and maintain production schedules to meet customer demands while maximizing operational efficiency.
- Coordinate with production teams to ensure the availability of resources, including raw materials, equipment, and labour.

3. Inventory Management:

- Monitor inventory levels and work towards maintaining optimal stock levels to prevent shortages or excess.
- Implement inventory control measures to minimize carrying costs and ensure product availability.

4. Communication and Collaboration:

- Liaise with various departments, including procurement, logistics, and quality assurance, to facilitate smooth production processes.
- Communicate production schedules and changes effectively to all relevant stakeholders.

5. Continuous Improvement:

- Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance production efficiency and reduce costs.
- Implement best practices in production planning and contribute to overall operational excellence.

6. Risk Management:

- Proactively identify potential risks in the production process and develop contingency plans to mitigate disruptions.
- Monitor external factors that may impact production, such as supplier issues or changes in market demand.
- Monitor actual production activity to plan & report variance.

7. Documentation:

- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation related to production schedules, inventory levels, and other relevant data.
- Generate reports to analyse key performance indicators and provide insights for decision-making.

If you possess the skills and experience required for this role and are ready to contribute to the success of our manufacturing operations, we encourage you to apply.

**Salary**: Up to £35,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Bereavement leave
- Canteen
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site gym
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

- BT27 5SR.: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Production Scheduling: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person



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