Production Planner

Production Planner Ellesmere Port £17.37 per hour Working Hours: Monday to Thursday: 8:30am – 5:00pm Friday: 8:30am – 3:45pm 30-minute lunch break About the Company Our client is a well-established, globally connected manufacturing organisation, specialising in precision-engineered components for a range of high-performance industrial sectors. With a strong reputation for quality, innovation and reliability, they support customers across multiple markets through advanced engineering solutions and a commitment to continuous improvement. The Role We are seeking an experienced Production Planner to join a busy operations team.

This role is key to ensuring customer orders are fulfilled efficiently and on time, while balancing production capacity, materials, and business objectives. Key Responsibilities Plan and coordinate production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements Ensure on-time delivery of manufactured components Identify and resolve production flow constraints through sustainable solutions Develop and implement capacity and production plans Work collaboratively with Engineering, Operations, Purchasing, Sales and Finance teams Maintain and improve ERP system accuracy and resolve system-related issues Support supply and demand planning, including engineering changes Lead or contribute to continuous improvement initiatives using Lean methodologies Produce and report on daily production metrics Facilitate daily production meetings Skills and Experience Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving ability Strong attention to detail Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Solid understanding of production planning principles, including scheduling, capacity planning and shop floor control Experience with ERP systems (Infor Syteline desirable but not essential) Previous experience in a manufacturing environment This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where you can make a real impact on operational performance and customer satisfaction.