Production Planning Assistant- Trafford Park - £24,454 + Annual Bonus + Private Medical + 33 Days Holiday + Early Finish Fridays + Market Leader + Benefits!
My client a market leading manufacturer based in Trafford Park, are looking for a Production Planning Assistant to join the team due to continued expansion.
The Production Planning Assistant role supports Production Planners in developing, distributing, and managing short- to mid-term production schedules to align with company output and production targets. Additionally, it involves monitoring scheduled output feasibility and contributing to the development of a standardised, system-driven planning process. Additionally, the role provides holiday cover for Production Planners to ensure continuity in scheduling and production flow.
Responsibilities of the Production Planning Assistant:
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Analyse customer and production demand to develop short- and medium-term production schedules. ·
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Oversee daily production progress by facilitating or participating in production meetings with managers. ·
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Monitor and ensure the timely closure of completed jobs.
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Coordinate with the commercial team on workflow and order levels.
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Liaise with production teams to track progress and identify potential risks. ·
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Identify and communicate material shortages, working closely with materials and purchasing teams. ·
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Assist in current and future Epicor projects to enhance operational efficiency. ·
Experiencce we are looking for in a Production Planning Assistant:
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Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Excel (Epicor experience is advantageous but not essential).
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Excellent communication and written skills.
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Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
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Exposure to Lean principles.
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Understanding of ERP systems and planning principles (experience with Epicor, SAP, or similar platforms preferred).
Benefits you will receive as Production Planning Assistant:
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25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays (in full year Jan to Dec); pro-rata when joining partway through the year – 2 days per month; to save upto 4 days for Christmas shutdown (3 days in 2026)
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Healthcare Plan
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Death in Service Insurance
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Pension scheme
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Holiday Purchase – can purchase up to 5 days holiday.
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Early finish on a Friday
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Career Progression
