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Production Planner

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Posted on Jun 4, 2026 by CV-Library
Eye, Suffolk, Suffolk, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Production Planner

Location: Eye, Suffolk
Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Production Planner to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Eye. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planner or someone looking to develop their planning career within a busy and fast-paced production environment.

Working closely with the Senior Production Planner and wider operational teams, you will play a key role in ensuring production schedules are maintained efficiently, materials are available when required, and customer demands are met on time.

Key Responsibilities

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Create, maintain and monitor production schedules to ensure efficient workflow across the manufacturing operation.

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Utilise the company's ERP system to manage production plans, maintain stock accuracy, and ensure all data remains up to date.

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Plan, schedule, release and progress work orders through the production process.

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Liaise with production, purchasing, stores and other departments to ensure smooth operational performance.

*

Identify potential bottlenecks, delays or shortages and proactively implement solutions.

*

Monitor production progress and communicate any issues that may impact delivery schedules.

*

Maintain accurate planning records and system data.

*

Support continuous improvement initiatives within the planning and production functions.

*

Deliver excellent service and communication to both internal and external stakeholders.

About You

The successful candidate will possess:

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Previous experience in a Production Planner, Materials Planner, Supply Chain Planner or similar role.

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Experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment.

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Strong ERP/MRP system experience.

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Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.

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High attention to detail and accuracy.

*

Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments.

*

Good IT and administrative skills.

*

A proactive approach with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.

What's on Offer?

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Competitive salary.

*

Monday to Friday working hours.

*

Opportunity to further develop planning and ERP expertise.

*

Supportive team environment.

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Long-term career prospects within a successful manufacturing business.

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact on production performance while developing your planning career, we'd love to hear from you

Reference: 225204290

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Production Planner

CV-Library

Posted on Jun 4, 2026 by CV-Library

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Eye, Suffolk, Suffolk, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Production Planner

Location: Eye, Suffolk
Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Production Planner to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Eye. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planner or someone looking to develop their planning career within a busy and fast-paced production environment.

Working closely with the Senior Production Planner and wider operational teams, you will play a key role in ensuring production schedules are maintained efficiently, materials are available when required, and customer demands are met on time.

Key Responsibilities

*

Create, maintain and monitor production schedules to ensure efficient workflow across the manufacturing operation.

*

Utilise the company's ERP system to manage production plans, maintain stock accuracy, and ensure all data remains up to date.

*

Plan, schedule, release and progress work orders through the production process.

*

Liaise with production, purchasing, stores and other departments to ensure smooth operational performance.

*

Identify potential bottlenecks, delays or shortages and proactively implement solutions.

*

Monitor production progress and communicate any issues that may impact delivery schedules.

*

Maintain accurate planning records and system data.

*

Support continuous improvement initiatives within the planning and production functions.

*

Deliver excellent service and communication to both internal and external stakeholders.

About You

The successful candidate will possess:

*

Previous experience in a Production Planner, Materials Planner, Supply Chain Planner or similar role.

*

Experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment.

*

Strong ERP/MRP system experience.

*

Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.

*

High attention to detail and accuracy.

*

Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments.

*

Good IT and administrative skills.

*

A proactive approach with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.

What's on Offer?

*

Competitive salary.

*

Monday to Friday working hours.

*

Opportunity to further develop planning and ERP expertise.

*

Supportive team environment.

*

Long-term career prospects within a successful manufacturing business.

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact on production performance while developing your planning career, we'd love to hear from you
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Reference: 225204290

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