Production Manager
3 days ago
Guildford
We are looking for a Production and Planning Manager to join our growing client in Surrey. This would suit a candidate who has at least 5 years’ experience in a managerial role leading a team of Production Engineers/ Planners. Production and Planning Manager - £55,000 – 70,000 A key client of ours is seeking an experienced Production & Planning Manager to lead a small production and planning team and ensure smooth, efficient manufacturing operations. Key Responsibilities: • Oversee daily production planning and scheduling to meet customer demand., • Manage and coach a team of planners, prioritising workload and resolving issues., • Coordinate with operations, procurement, engineering, and sales to maintain flow and efficiency., • Optimise inventory, lead times, and planning parameters through data analysis., • Support process improvements and new product introductions. Key Attributes • Proven experience in production management & planning as well as MRP/ERP systems., • Strong organisational and problem-solving skills., • A background ideally working within either FMCG, household goods, components, electronics or similar, • Confident communicator with a collaborative approach.