Production Planner

Production Planner Required

Location: Colchester, Essex Contract Type: Temporary (3-6 months) with potential for permanent placement Salary: Confidential Working Days: Monday to Friday

Are you an organised and proactive professional looking for your next challenge in the engineering sector? My client is seeking a Production Planner to support their operations in Colchester. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected name in air movement technology, with the possibility of a permanent role for the right candidate.

What You'll Be Doing:

As a Production Planner, you'll be at the heart of our manufacturing process, ensuring everything runs efficiently and on schedule. Your responsibilities will include:

• Creating and maintaining production schedules to meet customer demand
• Analysing capacity and workflow to optimise production efficiency
• Coordinating with procurement and supply chain teams to ensure material availability
• Managing inventory levels and stock control
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to align on production goals
• Preparing reports and forecasts to support planning decisions

What We're Looking For:

We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys problem-solving. Ideal candidates will have:

• Previous experience in production planning, ideally within engineering or manufacturing
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills
• Excellent organisational and time-management abilities
• Proficiency in planning software and Microsoft Office tools - Essential to have Microsoft Dynamic AX experience.
• Clear and confident communication skills
• A positive, team-oriented attitude

Adecco Benefits

• Competitive pay rates with night shift allowance.
• Overtime opportunities.
• On-site parking.
• Company pension scheme.
• Supportive team environment with ongoing training and development.

We can't wait to welcome you aboard!

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