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Trainee Production Planner/Scheduler

Based in Coventry

£25000 - £30000 DOE

Fulltime – 40 hours Monday - Friday

We are seeking a trainee production planner/scheduler to join a fast-growing manufacturer in Coventry. The planning team help both the commercial and production areas to ensure a smooth transition of deadlines and projects to meet the expectations and timescales of the client.

This role is exciting and variable – dealing with all aspects of production and logistics teams on a daily basis.

The role of trainee production planner/scheduler would suit someone with a similar background, ideally within manufacturing, who is looking to progress and hone their skills in planning and scheduling.

Key Responsibilities

· Responsible for developing and maintaining detailed production plans and coordinating production schedules to optimize capacity utilization and to meet customer requirements.

· Ensures availability of materials and labour to meet production requirements and delivery commitments.

· Monitors and maintains inventory levels of finished goods.

· Create and maintain production plans to meet customer demand while ensuring maximum efficiency for the business.

· Scheduling of the production lines for different product groups and associated assemblies, factoring in production routing time and material lead time.

· Ensure all paperwork is issued to production in a timely and controlled manner.

· Monitor production performance versus expected/planned and provide reports to the management team and suggestions on increasing efficiency.

· Working closely with the Purchasing Department to check adequate material availability, management of any constraint issues, and running material simulations to identify risks to targeted build plans.

The ideal candidate for the trainee production planner role should match at least one of the following competencies

· Relevant degree level qualification within a relevant supply chain discipline or experience within the planning environment of a manufacturing business.

· Proven experience in planning and demand forecasting within a manufacturing business.

· Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis and forecasting tools (ie. Excel, ERP systems, demand planning software).

· Strong SAP skills, with key experience in planning, purchasing and production background, and be able to interrogate SAP for key information and reporting.

· Excellent numeracy and literacy skills.

· Good communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across multiple teams.

Benefits/Specifics

- Up to £30000 basic

- Working week Monday – Friday 0830 – 1700

- Weekday and Weekend over time available at premium rates

- Free onsite parking

- Canteen

- Pension

- Upskilling internal and external training

- 28 days annual leave that increases with service

If you feel you match the criteria and Coventry is a suitable work location, apply today