Production Planning Coordinator

We are looking for an organised and proactive Production Planning Coordinator to join our manufacturing team based in Clacton-on-Sea. This is a key role responsible for coordinating production schedules, materials and workflow to ensure customer orders are delivered on time and production runs efficiently.

Working closely with Production, Purchasing, Sales, Engineering, Quality and Warehouse teams, you will ensure production plans are achievable, materials are available when required, and any risks to delivery are identified and managed.

• Develop, maintain and communicate production plans and schedules based on customer orders, forecasts, stock levels and production capacity.
• Coordinate workflow across production departments to ensure priorities are managed effectively and deadlines are achieved.
• Monitor material availability, work-in-progress and finished goods, identifying shortages, delays or capacity constraints.
• Liaise with Purchasing and Stores to ensure raw materials and components are available when required.
• Work closely with Production Supervisors, Engineering, Quality and Sales teams to resolve planning issues and communicate schedule changes.
• Use ERP/MRP systems to review demand, release work orders, update schedules and maintain accurate planning data.
• Track production performance against plan, highlighting risks and supporting corrective actions where required.
• • Identify opportunities to improve production flow, planning accuracy and operational efficiency.
  • Produce planning reports, schedule updates and performance information for management.
  • Ensure planning activities support quality, health & safety, customer service and cost objectives.
  
  
  About You
  
  

  You'll have previous experience in a production planning, manufacturing coordination or supply chain role and be comfortable working in a busy manufacturing environment.

  You will also have:

  • Experience using ERP, MRP or production planning systems.
  • A good understanding of manufacturing processes, capacity planning, lead times and material requirements.
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage changing priorities.
  • Strong communication skills and the confidence to work across multiple departments.
  • High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Good Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
  • A proactive, flexible and cooperative approach.
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    Desirable
    
    
    • Qualification in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration or a related discipline.
    • Experience within a busy manufacturing environment.
    • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement or Inventory Control principles.
    • Experience producing KPIs, production reports or capacity plans.
    
    
    If you're an organised planner who enjoys working collaboratively to keep manufacturing operations running smoothly, this role is for you