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Production planner- FMCG

Craigavon
Posted about 16 hours ago
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Hays are partnering with a number of highly successful manufacturing businesses across Northern Ireland who are seeking experienced Production Planners to join their growing teams. These organisations operate within both the FMCG and engineering sectors and have established reputations for quality, innovation, and continued investment in their people and operations.

With significant growth plans and increased customer demand, Production Planners are playing a more critical role than ever in ensuring efficient manufacturing performance and operational excellence.

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As a Production Planner, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining production schedules to ensure customer requirements are met while maximising operational efficiency.

Key responsibilities may include:

  • Creating and managing production plans and schedules
  • Monitoring capacity and resource allocation
  • Coordinating with manufacturing and operations teams
  • Managing production priorities and customer requirements
  • Identifying and resolving planning constraints
  • Maintaining accurate planning data and system updates
  • Supporting continuous improvement initiatives

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What you'll need to succeed

  • Previous experience in a Production Planning, Scheduling or Manufacturing Planning role
  • Experience within FMCG, manufacturing or engineering environments
  • Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
  • Experience using ERP/MRP systems would be advantageous.
  • A proactive approach and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

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  • Competitive salary packages
  • Excellent career progression opportunities
  • Exposure to industry-leading manufacturing environments
  • Supportive leadership and collaborative teams
  • Opportunities within both FMCG and engineering sectors across Northern Ireland

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Production Planners are among the most sought-after professionals in today's manufacturing market, and we are currently representing a number of exciting opportunities with employers who are investing heavily in growth and talent.

If you're considering your next move, now is the time to explore the market. Apply today through Hays for a confidential discussion about opportunities available across Northern Ireland.

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Skills

Production Planning
Scheduling
Manufacturing Planning
Capacity Monitoring
Resource Allocation
Stakeholder Management
ERP Systems
MRP Systems
Problem Solving
Organizational Skills
Communication
Continuous Improvement

Location

Craigavon, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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