Production Planner

Our Client, Hughes Group, are seeking for a Production Planner to join their expanding team, based in Dungannon. Hughes Group is a dynamic innovator in the mushroom sector of the agri-food industry, working with a network of growers to deliver top grade mushrooms, vegan and vegetarian product lines and superlative service to our customers and business partners across the UK and Ireland.

The Production Planner will be responsible for scheduling the usage of production materials to ensure optimal levels of production and customer satisfaction.

• Adhere and work towards the company core values
• Develop daily or weekly production schedules to ensure that production deadlines are met
• Liaise with growers to ensure on time delivery of fresh ingredients
• Coordinate production operations in accordance with material, labor, and equipment availability
• Prepare status and performance reports
• Schedule NPD runs and sample within the weekly plan
• Completion of horizon scanning and reporting
• Carrying out ad hoc assignments or duties as required by the department

• 2-3 years experience in production planning or scheduling within food
• Understanding of food manufacturing processes, lead times, capacity planning
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, problem solving, and adaptability to changing demand
• Able to liaise effectively with different departments

This Production Planner position is in Dungannon, Northern Ireland If you are interested in this role, please forward your CV through to Christine or call our Belfast office on  ask for Christine or click apply direct for online application.

Vacancy  Job Sector Food Production Area Co Tyrone Location Dungannon Salary £30,000 - £35,000 per annum No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Permanent Weekly hours 40 Published date 19/01/2026 Closing date 01/03/2026 Worktime Working 5 days out of 7 (Monday to Sunday, 7am to 4pm)