Production Planner

Are you an experienced Production Planner with a mechanical or engineering background looking for your next challenge? Our client, a leading manufacturing company based in Leeds, is seeking a talented professional to join their team and help drive efficient production processes.

About the Role:
This is a key position within a fast-paced engineering environment. You will be responsible for scheduling production orders, allocating materials and resources, and ensuring stock levels align with expected demand. Your role will be crucial in maintaining smooth operations and meeting customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and schedule production orders to meet deadlines.
• Allocate materials, components, and resources efficiently.
• Monitor and manage stock levels to avoid shortages or overstock.
• Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and logistics teams to optimise production.
• Identify and address production bottlenecks to improve efficiency.
• Maintain accurate production and stock records.

Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience in production planning, within engineering or manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical understanding, with the ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Highly organised, with excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with ERP or production planning software
• Strong communicator with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams.

What''s on Offer:

• Competitive salary: -45,000 - -50,000 per year.
• Flexible working hours to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive, engineering-focused environment.
• Chance to make a real impact on production efficiency and business performance.