Production Planner

Location Kildare
Discipline: Manufacturing
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £Neg D.o.e
Contact name: Sue O'Brien

Contact email: sue@elkrecruitment.com
Job ref: BH-5109
Published: 20 days ago
Startdate: 2025-05-25
Role:                    Production Planner
Location:              South Kildare
Job Type:              Permanent - Full time
Salary:                 € Negotiable D.O.E
 
Are you passionate about manufacturing and looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference? Join our clients team as a Production Planner!

Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain production schedules based on demand forecasts and inventory levels.
  • Collaborate with the procurement team to ensure that raw materials are available for production.
  • Communicate with production teams to address any scheduling conflicts or operational challenges.
  • Monitor production processes to identify bottlenecks and suggest improvements.
  • Analyze production data to forecast future production needs and adjust plans accordingly.
  • Coordinate with quality assurance to ensure compliance with food safety regulations and standards.
  • Prepare reports on production performance and present findings to management.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field would be an advantage
  • Proven experience in production planning or a similar role in the food production industry.
  • Strong analytical skills and proficiency in inventory management software.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with various teams.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Knowledge of food safety regulations and quality assurance practices.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, for data analysis and reporting.
 
 
 
What’s next
  • Click “Apply Now”to submit your application and we will be in touch asap for our initial screening.
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