Master Production Scheduler

Position: Master Production Scheduler (Permanent)
Location: Staffordshire

Master Production Scheduler

Production Planner
Permanent

Full Time, Monday–Friday 37.5 hours

Benefits - 25 days holiday 8 Bank holiday (33) Pension Health Care a range of other benefits

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a real impact and work as a part of a successful, growing team? If so, we’re looking for an organised and proactive Master Production Scheduler / Production Planner to take ownership of developing and maintaining production schedules that keep operations running smoothly and customers satisfied.

As Production Planner / Production Scheduler, you’ll work cross-functionally with operations, materials, purchasing, engineering, and quality teams to ensure labour, materials, and equipment are aligned with demand. This is a hands-on role where strong communication, analytical thinking, and attention to detail are essential.

As Master Scheduler / Production Planner you’ll monitor demand, assess capacity constraints, review material availability, and adjust schedules to minimise downtime and maximise efficiency. You’ll also maintain ERP data accuracy, oversee work order progress, manage Kanban parameters, and help drive continuous improvement across production processes.

Key Responsibilities:

Create, manage, and communicate daily and weekly production schedules
Review material availability and resolve shortages with Purchasing
Maintain and optimise Kanban systems with Materials and Assembly teams
Ensure accuracy and integrity of ERP system data
Coordinate with internal teams to ensure executable production plans
Monitor Work in Progress
Act as the first point of contact for planning-related ERP queries
Maintain visual planning tools and boards
Support communication with internal stakeholders, partners, and customers
Provide general operational support as required

Skills & Experience

2 years experience in production planning or scheduling
Experience operating and maintaining Kanban systems
Understanding of production workflows and planning processes
ERP / MRP or SAP system proficiency
Ability to read engineering drawings
Strong IT skills and data accuracy
Analytical problem-solving mindset
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Team player

If you thrive in a fast-paced operational environment and enjoy keeping complex processes on track, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today via the link or contact Alison Kemp for further details on how to join a team focused on efficiency, quality, and delivery excellence