Production Planner
5 days ago
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Job Title: Print & Packaging Production Planner Location: Newcastle Hours: 37.5 hours per week Type: Permanent About the Role We are seeking a detail-oriented Print & Packaging Production Planner to join our team. Reporting to the Plant Manager and working closely with the Supply Chain function, you will play a key role in planning, scheduling, and coordinating print production workflows to ensure the timely, efficient, and cost-effective delivery of print materials. This role acts as a bridge between customer demand and manufacturing operations, helping to align resources, materials, and capacity with business objectives. Key Responsibilities • Develop and maintain short- and medium-term production schedules for print and packaging orders., • Use ERP/MRP systems (SAP, JDE, etc.) to manage production work orders and scheduling data., • Liaise with Sales, Customer Service, Procurement, Operations, Finishing, Packing, and Dispatch to align job specifications, deadlines, materials, and capacity., • Review job specifications for accuracy, feasibility, and resource requirements; raise issues proactively., • Monitor job progress, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions to ensure on-time delivery., • Coordinate with third-party suppliers when necessary to ensure smooth production execution., • Maintain accurate production documentation and provide regular scheduling performance reports., • Work with continuous improvement teams to optimise production efficiency and reduce waste. Essential: • Strong experience with MRP/ERP systems and production scheduling software., • Excellent data literacy and ability to monitor KPIs, identify trends, and drive improvements., • Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to collaborate across multiple teams., • Proven ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly to changing priorities., • Experience in print or packaging processes (litho, digital, screen, or flexo printing)., • Internal customer service experience and stakeholder management., • Familiarity with capacity and demand planning concepts. Essential: • Post-secondary qualification (diploma or degree) in business, operations, manufacturing, print production, supply chain, or related field., • Practical experience in production planning or coordinating manufacturing operations., • Formal qualification or certification in print production, packaging technology, manufacturing management, or continuous improvement., • Experience with capacity/demand planning tools., • Staff bonus scheme., • 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays (factory shutdown at Christmas)., • Pension scheme and life assurance from day one., • Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme including counselling and same-day GP appointments., • Free onsite parking, subsidised food options, and regular staff reward events. If you are a proactive, detail-oriented professional with experience in production planning and a passion for operational excellence, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team and help deliver high-quality print solutions efficiently and reliably.