Production Scheduler

Job Title: Production Scheduler 
Location: Sittingbourne, Kent
Salary: £30,000.00 - £35,000.00 per year (depending on experience)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (4 DAYS PER WEEK!)

About the Role:
Are you passionate about optimizing production processes and working cross-functionally to drive efficiency? We are seeking a dedicated Production Scheduler to join our dynamic team and play a key role in ensuring the smooth flow of production.

Key Responsibilities of a Production Scheduler:

• • • Production Planning: Determine production requirements based on plant and labour capacity, as well as product specifications.
    • Scheduling: Convert production forecasts into fully resourced manufacturing schedules and provide a rolling 4-week plan for works orders.
    • Updates & Communication: Ensure timely distribution of any amendments to the schedule to relevant departments and provide clear updates.
    • Collaboration: Liaise with Finance, Production teams (Operations, Engineering), and Procurement to determine the most efficient scheduling methods.
    • ERP Management: Raise work orders, maintain and update the ERP system, ensuring all information is accurate.
    • Procurement Coordination: Work closely with the Procurement Department to establish material lead times and address potential delays in material dispatch.
    • Meetings & Reporting: Conduct regular meetings to track schedules, identify opportunities for efficiencies, and ensure customer service and product availability.
    • Problem Solving: Proactively identify and communicate any concerns or delays that could impact production or customer service.
    • Team Collaboration: Maintain strong relationships across departments, providing quick and accurate information in response to queries.
    • Continuous Improvement: Work with the Manufacturing Planning Manager to capture variances, offer feedback, and improve processes.

The Successful Production Scheduler Will be from:

• FMCG Manufacturing B/G
• Have a strong understanding of planning or scheduling in a production capacity 

Benefits Include: multiple company benefits, such as:

• Company events
• Company pension scheme
• Cycle-to-work scheme

Commutable: Sittingbourne, Faversham, Maidstone, Chatham, Sheerness, 

If you are interested, please click apply at the bottom or contact Adem Halil  (07458162400 ) 

Voceer presents this job opportunity for Pioneer Selection, a 50 person sized company who are categorized as a Recruitment Agency.

This position is being managed by Pioneer Selection, a reputable recruitment agency known for placing candidates in desirable positions.