Production Planner

Major Recruitment Oldbury are delighted to be recruiting for our West Bromwich based client who are seeking an experienced Production Planner to support their busy manufacturing team.Hours of work are Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm and parking is available.Duties and tasks will include:Create and maintain production schedules to meet customer requirements and business objectives.Plan production activities in line with available labour, machinery, and material capacity.Monitor production progress and adjust schedules where required.Identify and resolve potential bottlenecks, material shortages, and capacity constraints before they impact delivery performance.Liaise with customers regarding order status, delivery dates, and any potential delays.Work closely with purchasing and warehouse teams to ensure material availability.Collaborate with production and operational teams to maximise efficiency and optimise throughput.Maintain accurate planning data within ERP/MRP systems.Produce planning reports and provide regular updates on production performance.Support continuous improvement initiatives within planning and scheduling processes.Candidates welcome to apply for the role will have the following:Previous experience in a Production Planning, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Operations environment.Strong planning, organisational, and time management skills.Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced ..... full job details .....