Planning Scheduler

Job Description

Job Title: Planning Scheduler
Location: Nottinghamshire

Company Overview:

We are seeking a talented and motivated Planning Scheduler to join our team in Nottinghamshire. Our company is a dynamic player in the food manufacturing industry, known for its commitment to quality and innovation. If you thrive in a fast-paced, multi-disciplined environment and are passionate about optimizing production processes, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Processing customer orders efficiently to meet demand.
Developing and maintaining weekly production plans with a focus on minimizing product changeovers and production run frequencies.
Making real-time adjustments to daily production plans in response to changing requirements.
Monitoring order patterns and promptly reacting to fluctuations in demand.
Ensuring excellent customer service by meeting delivery commitments.
Collaborating with the production and packing teams, as well as other departments, to facilitate smooth operations.
Implementing peak planning strategies to optimize production during high-demand periods.
Minimizing changeovers and managing out-of-life stock effectively.

Experience and Skills:

An organized approach to managing multiple production activities.
Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written in English.
Proficiency in computer systems, with experience in planning systems being a plus.
A logical and organized approach to setting and achieving departmental goals.