Production Planner

Production Planner ) Exeter, England

Salary: GBP
30000 - GBP
35000 per annum

Butler Rose is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business based in Exeter. We are seeking a Production Planner to support operational planning and scheduling within a busy manufacturing environment.

This is a great opportunity for someone with planning experience looking to develop their career in a fast-paced, customer-focused setting.

As Production Planner, you will play a key role in coordinating production activities, ensuring customer demand is met efficiently while maintaining high standards of accuracy and organisation.

• Developing and maintaining production schedules to meet customer requirements and delivery targets
• Analysing orders, forecasts and capacity to ensure effective planning of operations
• Coordinating daily production plans with shop floor teams and technical functions
• Monitoring progress against plan and resolving any issues or delays
• Maintaining accurate planning records, reports and inventory data
• Supporting month-end reporting on capacity, output and material usage
• Collaborating with internal teams including operations, sales and materials management to ensure alignment
• Participating in daily and weekly planning meetings to review performance and priorities
• Providing support across wider operational functions when required

• Previous experience in a production planning, scheduling or supply chain role
• Strong organisational skills with a high level of attention to detail
• Confident working with data, systems and planning tools
• Effective communicator, able to work cross-functionally with different teams
• Proactive and solutions-focused approach
• Strong IT skills, including experience with ERP or planning systems
• A background within manufacturing or engineering environments would be advantageous

• Salary up to £35,000
• Pension Salary Sacrifice Scheme (up to 10% contributory)
• Bonus Scheme
• Health Cash Plan and Life Assurance
• Holiday: 28 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
• Opportunity to join a growing and supportive organisation
• Excellent opportunity for career development within manufacturing planning