Production Planner
Elevation Recruitment Group
Production Planner – Engineering Sector
Location: Sheffield
Elevation Recruitment Group are proud to be working in partnership with a well-established and growing engineering manufacturer based in Sheffield, who are looking to appoint an experienced Production Planner to strengthen their operations team.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking engineering business with a strong order book, modern manufacturing facilities, and a reputation for quality and innovation. The role will play a key part in ensuring efficient production scheduling, material flow, and on-time delivery performance across the site.
The Role:As Production Planner, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining accurate production schedules to meet customer demand while optimising capacity, materials, and labour resources. You will act as a central link between production, purchasing, engineering, and sales.
Key Responsibilities:-
Create and manage detailed production schedules across multiple work centres
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Align production plans with customer demand and project timelines
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Monitor capacity and adjust schedules to resolve constraints and bottlenecks
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Coordinate closely with procurement to ensure material availability
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Track WIP and ensure smooth workflow through manufacturing
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Review and update MRP/ERP system data for accuracy
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Communicate schedule changes and priorities to shop floor teams
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Support continuous improvement initiatives within planning and scheduling processes
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Produce planning and performance reports for management review
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Proven experience in a Production Planner / Manufacturing Planner / Scheduler role
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Background within engineering or manufacturing environments
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Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems
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Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
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Confident communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally
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Strong Excel and data analysis capability
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Able to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced production setting
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Stable and growing engineering business
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Supportive leadership team
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Opportunities for development and progression
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Modern manufacturing environment
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Sheffield-based role with easy access from surrounding areas
Application opens at the source listing. Free for jobseekers.