Production Planner

Job Title: Production Planner Location: Middlewich, Cheshire Salary: £31,000 + Excellent Benefits Hours: Monday to Friday, 4:00pm 12:30am We are seeking a skilled Scheduler to join the Planning Department of a leading food manufacturing site near Middlewich. This is a key role focused on production line scheduling and ensuring the efficient and timely packaging of high-quality chilled products. Key Responsibilities: Create and manage packaging schedules to meet production demands Work closely with production teams to optimise efficiency and minimise downtime Monitor inventory and coordinate with procurement to maintain material availability Analyse production data to identify and implement improvements Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align planning and operations Maintain accurate records and scheduling documentation About You: Previous experience in production scheduling, ideally in food manufacturing Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Proficient in MS Excel and familiar with scheduling software Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills Highly organised and detail-oriented, able to thrive under pressure What s in it for you: Salary of £31,000 6 weeks holiday (including bank holidays) Free on-site parking and subsidised staff canteen Excellent pension and life assurance cover Access to Digital GP and well-being support Enhanced family and parental leave options Ready to take the next step in your ..... full job details .....