Production Manufacturing Coordinator
4 weeks ago
About the Role
DS Smith is seeking a Production Manufacturing Planner to manage the planning and execution of all co-packing activities within the Retail Marketing division.
This role will oversee a smooth and efficient workflow through the Manufacturing and Co-Packing Operation by loading and monitoring schedules and regularly reviewing processes, re-planning when required to suit business priorities and available capacity.
The ideal candidate will work closely with all stakeholders to ensure all products and packaging are ready in good time to commence the Co-Packing projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Liaise with commercial and production teams to plan and load all plans/schedules in line with order deadlines.
- Monitor schedules on a regular basis and re-plan jobs when required to ensure job flow through the department in the most efficient way possible.
- Liaise with Production Controllers and Shift Managers regarding current and future work and any issues.
- Support all Production Controllers and Shift Managers in the daily and weekly meetings.
About You
- Previous Production Planning/Scheduling experience.
- Planning/Scheduling/MIS systems experience (Tharsterns would be advantageous).
- Worked within a packaging or co-packing business.
- Outstanding analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to influence others.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Demonstrated ability to manage change programmes.
- Communication/briefing skills.
- Root Cause Analysis skills desired but not essential, training provided.
Benefits
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Pension and share scheme.
- Life assurance and income protection.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Cycle to work scheme and other shopping discounts.
- Learning and development opportunities.
- Free onsite parking.
Location
DS Smith operates in more than 30 different countries, proudly employing over 30,000 people, and supporting customers across sectors like FMCG, industrial, and e-commerce.
Our industry needs to transform, and we're building the team to drive change across Europe and North America.
We aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.
We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria.
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