CAREERS
Production Planner
Location
On-Site
Department
Production
Closing Date
Friday 30th August 2024
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a Production Planner who will play a vital part in ensuring the smooth running of the Production department by planning machines efficiently. They will also provide an important link between sales and production, whilst building and maintaining good relationships with key suppliers.
Sheard Packaging is a successful family-run business and proud to be one of the UK’s leading independent cardboard box manufacturers. With vast investment into the business to ensure continued growth and success, we are committed to continuing to encourage and develop our employees. After all, they make our business what it is today.
If you are a motivated Production Planner looking to support cutting-edge projects and work in a collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team and make a meaningful impact. Submit your application below, including your resume and cover letter, or email it to [email protected].
Sheard Packaging has a commitment to diversity, equity & inclusion. Striving to create an open, inclusive, and equal environment free from bias and discrimination.
If you are a motivated Production Planner looking to support cutting-edge projects and work in a collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team and make a meaningful impact. Submit your application below, including your resume and cover letter, or email it to [email protected].
Sheard Packaging has a commitment to diversity, equity & inclusion. Striving to create an open, inclusive, and equal environment free from bias and discrimination.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Key Responsibilities
- Liaising with key suppliers on a daily basis and building lasting relationships
- Working closely with the Sales Team to meet customer requirements
- Working closely with Production to ensure all plans are met
- Using knowledge of the production process and machine capabilities to analyse manufacturing orders and create production schedules
- Release jobs into production, track orders and production information
- Make schedule/production changes where needed and report progress to line managers
- Compare production activity against production plans and adjust schedules accordingly
What can we offer you:
- Free on-site parking with electric charging ports available
- Fantastic on-site canteen with dining area and a large selection of food to buy on-site
- Life Insurance for all employees
- Employee Assistance Platforms with Spectrum Life and MetLife – these include counselling services, well-being and digital gym platforms, as well as a huge benefits and discounts section
- Free Corporate Pure Gym membership
- Cycle to work scheme
- Fresh fruit delivered daily and is free for all employees
- Monthly free food events
- 2 days per year of employer supported volunteering for every employee
- Talks by key speakers, which so far have included Jamie Peacock and Luke Ambler
Skills Required
- Experience in scheduling or similar role if possible although full training will be provided
- Experience in corrugated manufacturing would be hugely beneficial
- Experience in manufacturing background
- Must be proficient in Excel, Outlook and Word
- Must be well organised and able to manage multiple tasks
- Good problem-solving skills
- Must have good interpersonal and communication skills
- Must demonstrate time management skills
SUSTAINABILITY
we take our environmental
responsibilities seriously
to give you peace of mind
We strive to ensure our entire supply chain is as sustainable as possible, beginning with the use of fully FSC®-certified materials for our products and concluding with our fuel-efficient transport fleet, supporting the Circular Economy, and helping our customers meet their environmental goals.
