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PERFECT CANDIDATE are delighted to be partnering with a client who provide flexible, high quality solutions in electronic and mechanical assembly. Our client is seeking an experienced Production Planner to join their growing team.

ABOUT YOU

• Experience of working as a Production Planner in a manufacturing environment is essential. Experience of working in a similar contract electronic environment is desired;
• Strong experience with systems and databases including MRP/ERP;
• Able to demonstrate an eye for detail and accuracy;
• Customer service oriented, planning effectively towards meeting on time delivery targets. Flexible to adapt to changing priorities;
• Innovate and creative approach to problem solving;
• Strong written and verbal communication;
• Enjoys working within a team and displays support for others;

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Assist with the production plan to ensure it is up to date and accurate;
• Update Kitting board from the production plan, ensuring dates are achievable and liaising with purchasing for on time issue of parts;
• Update the production planning board;
• Attend Customer Account Meetings (Production Meetings) with the Production Coordinator to assist with planning and updates;
• Assist in the month-end process with the Production Coordinator so that month- end requirements are met in a timely manner;
• Communicate between Production and Account Managers on issues and progress for their customer products;
• Cover for the Production Coordinator during any absence;
• Contribute to ideas for improving the planning systems and processes;
• Any other duties that may be reasonably required

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Reading: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Production Scheduling: 2 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: JO00000114