Production planner

Reporting to the production manager you will liaise with sales and customer relation departments to determine customer requirements in order to plan production capacity, specifications and resources. Main Duties Analyse production specification, plant capacity data and staffing levels. Perform mathematical calculations to determine manufacturing processes to meet customer deadlines. Troubleshoots problems that occur during production, including staff shortages and machinery malfunctions. Plans and prepares production schedules for manufacture of products, draws up master schedule to establish sequence and lead time of each operation to meet shipping dates according to customer orders Hold daily production planning meetings with all departments to confirm the manufacture of products are produced on time Assist with the monthly and quarterly stocktake Liaise with suppliers for required materials, tools and equipment relating to production Expedites operations that may delay schedules and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions Confers with department supervisors to determine status of assigned projects. Ensure timely, full and accurate communications with all relevant departments on any factors which impact on delivery dates, commitments to customers and quality. Ensure maintenance of stock management system Assist wider teams on specific projects Work with sales and customer relations teams to liaise with customer regarding production scheduling dates Skills and Knowledge Previous experience in a similar role Well organised Excellent IT skills Project management skills and experience would be beneficial