Job title: Production Planner
Job type: Permanent / Fixed Term (Perm)
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Engineering
Functional Expertise: Engineering - Building Services Engineering - Electrical Engineering - Electronics Engineering - Manufacturing
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £35,000.00
Location: Witney, UK
Job published: 16/04/2025
Job ID: 235300
Contact name: Rhys Holdsworth
Contact email: rholdsworth@pg-rec.com

Job Description

Production & Scheduling Coordinator
Location: Witney
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
Reporting to: Senior Management

About the Role:
On behalf of our client, a well-established and forward-thinking manufacturer, we are looking to appoint an experienced Production & Scheduling Coordinator to support their growing operations team. This is a key role, focused on ensuring production schedules are met, resources are effectively allocated, and communication between departments remains clear and consistent.

This opportunity is ideal for someone with a strong background in production planning who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and has a talent for organisation and collaboration.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Planning & Scheduling: Develop and manage detailed production schedules in line with customer requirements and company objectives. Work closely with departments including Sales, Procurement, Design, and Manufacturing to ensure smooth execution.

  • Interdepartmental Liaison: Maintain clear and proactive communication across teams to synchronise planning efforts, resolve scheduling issues, and provide status updates.

  • Order Review & Delivery Commitments: Assess incoming sales orders and confirm feasible delivery dates. Support in tracking project and product contracts, and assist with cost estimation.

  • Repairs Scheduling: Approve and plan customer repair work, ensuring capacity and turnaround times are well managed.

  • Issue Resolution: Identify potential delays or bottlenecks in production and implement corrective actions to maintain workflow efficiency.

  • Reporting: Compile and analyse reports on production performance, providing insights to help drive improvements.

  • Continuous Improvement: Contribute to initiatives aimed at streamlining operations, reducing costs, and enhancing product quality.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Education: Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent hands-on industry experience.

  • Experience: 2–3 years’ experience in a similar production planning or scheduling role within a manufacturing environment.

  • Technical Skills: Strong proficiency with planning systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Experience with ERP software is highly advantageous.

  • Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret data, forecast accurately, and make informed decisions to support production efficiency.

  • Process Knowledge: Familiar with manufacturing processes and lean/continuous improvement methodologies.

  • Communication: Clear and confident communicator, capable of building strong working relationships across multiple departments.

  • Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and organisation when managing schedules and monitoring output.

  • Problem-Solving: A proactive approach to identifying challenges and delivering effective, practical solutions.


For more information about this role please apply, or email Rhys Holdsworth on rholdsworth@pg-rec.com who will be able to provide more details on the opportunity.

Many thanks, Premier Group