Job Title: Planner
Salary: £35,000 to £40,000 plus benefits
Our manufacturing Huntingdon based client are looking for a permanent Planner to help with accurate planning to ensure maximization of timings. Working to a high standard of accuracy. The ability to communicate clearly & in a timely manner, whilst prioritising according to department deadlines.
Main Responsibilities for the Planner:
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OTIF led by the capacity plan
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Optimising product/machine routing to minimise make-readies between sizes/styles.
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Use ERP (SPOCS) to identify constraints in future periods; balance uneven production demands and identify potential capacity resource constraints with manpower.
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Adjustment of machine availability pending shift changes (eg. Seasonal / demand)
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Develop process to foresee challenges to scheduling with Operations Manager by tracking output.
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Provide KPI data and output reports to Operations Manager such as ACTUAL vs estimated output.
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Liaise/coordinate with sales & supply chain, ensuring materials/plan satisfy delivery date.
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Identify and alert Operations Manager of inaccuracies in ERP (SPOCS) input/output error.
Experience required for the Planner:
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SPOCS ERP expertise preferrable but not essential. (SPOCS by KM software systems)
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A natural forward planner who critically assesses own performance
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Able to get on with others and be a team player
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Ability to work in a changing environment
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Keeps clam under pressure
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Structured problem solver with an open mind
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Willing to seek help
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Confident presenting schedule Infront of 6 members of senior management
Hours of work for the Planner:
- Monday to Friday 37.5 hours 7.30am to 3.30pm
Benefits for the Planner:
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26 days holiday plus bank holidays
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Brand new site, up to date working environment
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Pension
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Life Insurance
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Free electric car charging
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Medical cover and wellbeing support
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Referral scheme
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Etc etc
For more details please contact Lisa Parsons
