Production Planner

Position: Production Planner

Location: Wolverhampton

Hours: Day shift with an early finish on a Friday (flexible for a 07:00 or 08:00 start)

Salary: £45k - £50k dependent on experience

Job Type: Full-time, permanently employed by the business

Are you a highly organised Planner who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Ready to join a business that’s investing heavily in its future, expanding across the UK, and backed by one of the most recognised names in the sector?

We're partnering with a well-established engineering and manufacturing business that plays a key role within critical UK supply chains. Following significant investment and recent acquisition by a leading industry brand, they're continuing their growth journey and are looking to strengthen their planning team with an experienced Production Planner.

Working from modern, high-spec offices in Wolverhampton, you'll enjoy a clean and professional working environment, excellent facilities, on-site parking, and convenient public transport links.

The Role

• Planning and coordinating production schedules
• Liaising with subcontractors and external suppliers
• Ordering materials and monitoring stock requirements
• Maintaining accurate system data and reporting
• Resource and capacity planning
• Progress chasing to ensure delivery targets are met
• Working closely with the shop floor and operational teams
• Updating customers on production plans and lead times
• Supporting the Operations Manager with day-to-day planning activities

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a Planning, Production Planning or Scheduling role
• Strong Excel and systems skills
• Experience within Precision Machining, Steel, Fabrication, Engineering or similar manufacturing environments
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach

What's On Offer?

• £45,000 - £50,000 salary
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Modern office environment with fantastic facilities
• On-site parking
• Easily accessible by public transport
• Early finish every Friday
• Long-term career progression within a growing UK business
• Stability and investment from a major industry-backed organisation

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