Production Value Stream Planning Manager

4 weeks ago


Ely, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Thorlabs Full time

About the Role

This is a leadership position that oversees material flow from Receiving through Production to Shipping. The successful candidate will lead the development and implementation of procedures and standard work for production scheduling, material handling, inventory management, and distribution.

The role involves continuous improvement activities such as kaizens, PDCA, gemba walks, value stream mapping, and audits. To support continuous production flow, the Value Stream Planning Manager will lead the introduction of new systems such as water spider routes, PFEP (Plan for Every Part), and the use of capacity planning in the ERP system.

This is a leadership role and you will be responsible for 4 additional team members. You will be expected to motivate team members and perform regular appraisals or 1-to-1 meetings.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure all team members are safe and are working in line with PPE requirements and safe systems of work
  • Ensure teams participate in continuous improvement initiatives that address issues that impact throughput
  • Develop standard work for key processes in the Planning, Stores, and Packing and Shipping functions and train the teams across both shifts to follow the standard
  • Work closely with the Inventory Controller on the design and implementation of milkrounds to support a continuous flow of materials from Stores through Production to Inspection and Shipping
  • Regularly audit all standard work in Planning, Stores, and Packing, using this as an opportunity for coaching and mentoring when there are deviations from the process

Requirements

What we are looking for

  • Previous Planning, Inventory Controller, or other Supply Chain related experience required
  • A positive approach to continuous improvement activities
  • A flexible approach to work requests – prepared to go the extra mile to get the job done
  • Detail oriented and works in a structured and organised manner
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to train, mentor and present new ideas
  • Computer literate and able to use ERP systems (eg. AX 2012 or D365)

What we offer

At Thorlabs, we offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits package including pension, health care, 25 days holiday plus public holidays, and opportunities for inhouse customised training and development that accelerates your career progression.



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