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Our client is a growing

manufacturer based in the Waterlooville area who currently have a requirement

for a Production Planner to effectively plan, schedule and load specific

production lines and to produce work schedules.  You will be working closely with their purchasing

and manufacturing team.

Applicants are invited to

apply through FPR Group and interviews will be carried out shortly.

The role

This role is Permanent

and you would be working for a secure company with plans for further growth. Salary

is around £30'000 to £33'000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience),

there is free parking, flexible working hours and a life insurance scheme.

Skills

and experience

Previous experience as a Production Planner / Scheduler (or similar) within a fast

moving manufacturing environment - i.e. plastics, FMCG, injection moulding, automotive

industry, cosmetics, etc

An in-depth knowledge of MRP systems (as well as strong computer

skills)

Good knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques and continuous

improvement

Proven organisation skills

Must possess excellent communication skills and be comfortable

in a hands-on, pressurised role

HNC in engineering or similar

Your main role will be to:

Plan, prepare and produce

production schedules

Prepare master schedule according to customer orders and Sales Forecasts

Convert the Manufacturing

plans into material and component requirements using MRP

Ensure work schedules

accurately reflect current and future demands of the business

Prepare production reports and shop floor documentation packs

Liaise with team leaders

to identify and manage the necessary resource

Release purchase orders and chase up late deliveries – ensure all supplier part

lead times are in line with the product business models.

Attend daily production meetings

Close liaison with internal departments, suppliers, and customers

Implement cost reduction

through productivity and scrap improvements using Lean tools

Monitor subcontract parts

works orders

Candidates are invited to

apply through FPR Group and if suitable, interviews will be arranged. Please

send your CV to or

contact Tracey on 023 92 483944.

FPR Group are acting as

an employment agency in relation to this role.