Production Planner

Production Planner (Manufacturing Environment)

Location:

Corby, Northamptonshire Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Working Hours:

Day Shift Salary:
From £33,000 (DOE)  performance-related bonus / OTE Exciting Opportunity Production Planner An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Production Planner to join a well-established and growing manufacturing business. This is a fantastic chance to become part of a forward-thinking operation that values efficiency, continuous improvement, and high-quality output. The business is expanding and investing in its people, systems, and production capability, making this a great time to join.

We are recruiting on behalf of a confidential client for a key individual who will play a vital role in driving production performance, improving workflow efficiency, and ensuring optimal utilisation of machinery and resources.

The Role As Production Planner, you will be responsible for coordinating and optimising the production schedule to ensure orders are completed on time, within cost expectations, and to a high standard of quality. You will work closely with internal teams to ensure smooth production flow and support effective decision-making across the operation. This role would suit someone with experience in manufacturing, engineering, CNC, subcontract production, or similar fast-paced environments.

Key Responsibilities Plan and coordinate production schedules to maximise efficiency and output Use nesting software to optimise material usage and improve productivity Liaise with internal departments, suppliers, and customers to ensure smooth workflow Support purchasing and material planning activities Monitor production performance and delivery schedules Identify opportunities for continuous improvement Support cost control and efficient use of materials Work collaboratively across production and commercial teams Help maintain a positive, efficient, and high-performing production environment About You We are looking for a proactive, organised individual who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Essential Skills & Experience Previous experience in production planning, manufacturing, or engineering environments Strong organisational and communication skills Ability to prioritise workload and work under pressure Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office Highly

Desirable Experience with nesting software (BySoft or similar advantageous) Background in CNC, laser cutting, or subcontract manufacturing environments

Experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g. Sage or similar) Forklift Truck licence Understanding of production KPIs and efficiency metrics Whats on Offer? Competitive salary from £33,000 DOE Performance-related bonus / OTE potential Exciting opportunity within a growing manufacturing environment Strong long-term career development prospects Supportive and collaborative working culture Day shift working pattern Apply Now If you are an experienced Production Planner looking for a new challenge within a fast-moving manufacturing environment, we would love to hear from you.

All applications will be treated in strict confidence on behalf of our client.