Production Planner

Description:

Production Planner - Ringwood | Up to £40,000 and a fantastic benefits package.

We're recruiting for a Production Planner to join a well-established manufacturing business in Ringwood. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Manufacturing Planner to play a key role in keeping production running smoothly while joining a company known for quality, innovation, and long-term career development.

Why apply for this Production Planner opportunity in Ringwood?

You'll enjoy:

Salary up to £40,000
6% employer pension contribution (with 5% employee contribution)
Life assurance at 4x your salary
Medicash health scheme
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Flexitime system to support your work-life balance
The chance to join a stable and growing manufacturing business

Key Responsibilities

As the Production Scheduler, you'll be responsible for coordinating work orders and ensuring production plans align with business priorities.

Create, plan, and route works orders through the manufacturing process
Generate and maintain production routes within the ERP system
Review raw material and component requirements
Release works orders daily in line with capacity and priorities
Prepare drawings and manufacturing documentation
Create and review Bill of Materials (BOM) reports
Identify and correct planning and BOM data errors
Process engineering change requests
Support make-or-buy decisions with Engineering and Purchasing
Communicate production priorities and progress to shop floor teams
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

What we're looking for

To succeed in this role, you'll need:

Previous experience in a production planning or manufacturing planning role
Experience using MRP or ERP systems within a manufacturing environment
A good understanding of manufacturing processes and workflow
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and BOM structures
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Confident communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally
Good IT skills, including Excel, Outlook, and ERP systems
A strong awareness of health and safety practicesIf you're looking for your next Production Planner role in Ringwood, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected manufacturer where your planning expertise will make a real impact. Apply now to take the next step in your career.

Job Number │ (phone number removed) / INDINDUSTRIALWC
Location │ Ringwood
Role │ Production Planner

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