Operations planner

Job Title: Operations Planner Location: Crewe Salary: GBP35,000 per annum This as an incredible opportunity to join one of my favourite businesses in the UK. They supply to all the major supermarket retailers and have an excellent reputation in the market. I am so excited to have the pleasure to be working with this company, the business values and culture is the best I have seen in this market. This is a truly unique opportunity to join a business that will allow you to excel and grow and put your own stamp on the business. Role * Responsible for coordinating daily production, dispatch of customer orders, and management of labour and materials. * Monitor and manage RM and FG stock levels, and attend daily production meetings. * There will be scope for the right candidate to progress to a Planning Manager role in the future. Responsibilities * Daily management and monitoring of RM Stock levels. * Daily management and monitoring of FG Stock levels. * Ensuring all products are produced in line with Product specifications QAS sheets. * Reducing operational downtime through contingency management. * Minimise labour costs, production hours, and use of agency staff. * Monitoring and reducing waste on packaging, ingredients, equipment, consumables, parts, and damage. Requirements * Experience in a Planning role * Experience within the food industry. * Strong organisational skills. * Good communication skills. * Aptitude for creative thinking problem-solving. * Ability to work under pressure and achieve deadlines. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: * Company pension * Flexitime * Free parking * On-site parking * Sick pay