Production and Materials Planner

Description

Job Title: Production and Materials Planner

Location: Farnworth, Bolton, BL4 0AN

Salary: 29,000 – 32,000 per annum (Depending on Experience)

Job Type: Full time, Permanent

Working Hours: 38 hours per week; Monday to Thursday 07:30 to 16:00 and Friday 07:30 to 12:50

Are you a detail–driven planner with a passion for precision and performance? Backer Heatrod is seeking a Production and Materials Planner to join our dynamic team and help ensure seamless production and delivery across our operations.

Why us:

As one of the UK's leading heating element manufacturers, Backer Heatrod offer a wide range of products from standard straight elements through to customer bespoke equipment. Our success is built on our ability to satisfy our customers by providing quality products, outstanding customer service and delivering on time every time!

At Backer Heatrod, we're proud to be a leader in heating technology and innovation. We offer:

A collaborative and supportive work environment.Opportunities for career development and training.The chance to contribute to high–quality, impactful manufacturing.About the Role:

As a key member of our supply chain team, you will:

Plan and schedule production to meet customer delivery expectationsManage ERP systems and maintain accurate production dataReview and process sales and work ordersCollaborate with production, procurement, and sales teamsSupport logistics, stock control, and import/export activitiesPromote a culture of On–Time–In–Full (OTIF) deliveryAbout you:

Essential:

Experience in a manufacturing planning role using ERP systems is essentialKnowledge of MPS/MRP and Microsoft Office (especially Excel)Strong time management and communication skillsA team–oriented, flexible, and proactive mindsetQualifications in English and MathsDesirable:

A qualification in a Supply Chain related disciplineWhat we can offer you:

25 days holiday, increases with length of serviceCash Health Plan/Discount SchemeFree onsite parkingGreat company social eventsCycle to Work SchemePension SchemeTraining and Development Opportunities, both internally/externally to the businessPlease Note: No agencies.

Please click the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.

Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Distribution Coordinator, Scheduler, Chain Officer, Supply Chain Co–ordinator, Production Coordinator, Supply Chain Planner, Purchasing Administrator, Procurement Officer, Production Scheduler, Procurement Advisor, Purchaser, Buying Executive may also be considered for this role.

Ad ID: 5416975051