Role: Production Planner
Location: Dungannon, Northern Ireland
Hours: Full Time
Pay: £30,000 £35,000 (experience dependent)
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Production Planner to join a leading food manufacturing business in the UKs fresh mushroom and plant-based retail sector.
Benefits:
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Competitive salary package
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Career progression and training opportunities
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Cross-functional exposure across supply chain, procurement, and production
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Supportive and innovative working environment
The Role:
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Develop and manage daily, weekly, and monthly production plans in line with forecasts and stock levels
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Adjust schedules in response to changing demand and supply conditions
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Coordinate with procurement to secure raw materials and packaging
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Collaborate with operations, warehousing, and logistics to align supply chain activities
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Analyse production data to identify bottlenecks and improve efficiency
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Maintain ERP/MRP planning systems and provide management reports
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Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards in planning processes
The Requirements:
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Previous experience in production planning or scheduling, ideally in food manufacturing or FMCG
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Strong organisational, analytical, and communication skills
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Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and data-driven planning
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Ability to work collaboratively across departments to achieve results