Production Planner
CV-LibraryIP23, Eye, SuffolkpermanentPosted: 4 June 2026
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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.
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Identify potential bottlenecks, delays or shortages and proactively implement solutions.
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Monitor production progress and communicate any issues that may impact delivery schedules.
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Maintain accurate planning records and system data.
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Support continuous improvement initiatives within the planning and production functions.
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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.
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Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments.
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Good IT and administrative skills.
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A proactive approach with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.
What's on Offer?
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Competitive salary.
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Monday to Friday working hours.
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Opportunity to further develop planning and ERP expertise.
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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
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:
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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