Full job descriptionAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Production Planning Supervisor to join a growing manufacturing business. Reporting into Operations, this role is responsible for coordinating material flow, production support activities and work-in-progress to ensure manufacturing schedules are achieved efficiently and without interruption. Leading a small team, you will work closely with production, planning and supply chain functions to maximise productivity, maintain operational performance and drive continuous improvement across the manufacturing process.
Key Responsibilities
*Lead and support a team responsible for ensuring materials, components and equipment are available to production in line with manufacturing schedules.
*Coordinate daily production support activities to ensure manufacturing operations achieve planned output targets.
*Work closely with production planners, supply chain teams and operational stakeholders to ensure the timely flow of materials throughout the manufacturing process.
*Develop and improve material flow, kitting, line replenishment and work allocation processes to minimise downtime and eliminate shortages.
*Ensure ERP and production systems accurately reflect inventory movements, work-in-progress status and product locations.
*Monitor operational performance, productivity and efficiency metrics, identifying opportunities for improvement.
*Support the delivery of production plans through effective resource coordination and capacity management.
*Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, safety and right-first-time manufacturing.
*Lead, develop and mentor team members to achieve departmental and operational objectives.
*Work collaboratively across production, engineering, stores and supply chain functions to resolve issues and maintain workflow continuity.
Beneficial Skills / Experience:
*Experience within a production planning, manufacturing coordination, operations supervision or supply chain environment.
*Strong organisational, scheduling and workload planning skills.
*Experience using ERP, MRP or manufacturing management systems.
*Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
*Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
*Ability to manage priorities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
*Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
*Proven leadership experience with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
*Strong attention to detail and focus on operational performance.
*Experience in a production planning or scheduling function within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
*Knowledge of material requirement planning (MRP) and production control processes.
*Experience implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
*Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and operational excellence methodologies.
*Experience managing material flow, inventory accuracy and production support activities.
Additional Details:
*Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
*25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
*Company profit share scheme.
*Healthcare and wellbeing scheme.
*Employee Assistance Programme.
*Company pension scheme.
*Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme and on-site charging facilities.