Production Planner

Job Title:

Production Planner

Location:

Irvine KA11

Department:
Production

Reporting to:
Production Manager

We are currently recruiting for a Production Planner to join our manufacturing team following the departure of a valued team member. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a production background, including junior candidates looking to develop their career within a supportive and structured environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring production runs smoothly, deadlines are met, and products are manufactured to the required standards.

• Planning production schedules and ensuring deadlines are consistently met
• Monitoring and ensuring KPIs are achieved
• Working closely and directly with production lines on a day-to-day basis
• Ensuring all products meet quality and specification standards
• Supporting continuous improvement across the production process

• Background in a production or manufacturing environment
• Junior candidates will be considered
• Experience with in steel manufacturing is highly advantageous
• Strong organisational and planning skills
• Ability to work hands‑on with production teams
• Good attention to detail and quality standards

• Supportive approach to training and development
• Opportunity to gain further qualifications
• Clear progression pathway with potential to move into a Supervisor role

• Salary: £34,740 per annum
• Hours:
  
  8:30 am - 5:00 pm
• Shift Pattern:
  Days
• Holidays: 25 days + 8 bank holidays
• Pension: 4% employer / 5% employee
• Life Assurance: 3× annual salary
• Health:
  Healthcare package included
• Overtime or shift allowance: [if applicable]

If you're looking to develop your career in production planning with real progression opportunities in a supportive manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you