Production Planner

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Production Planner to join the Commercial Department at our Llanybydder site. Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will play a key role in creating daily production plans, analysing raw material requirements, and ensuring we consistently deliver exceptional service to our valued customers., We would love to hear from individuals who are hardworking and enthusiastic, to work on a twilight shift. Your duties will include: General Duties

• Maintain close communication with retail sites and the Group Planning Manager to understand and fulfil retail requirements.
• Achieve planning targets within set deadlines while upholding quality standards and cost control.
• Ensure excellent housekeeping and adherence to Quality, Health & Safety, and all company policies, collaborating with relevant departments to resolve any issues promptly and effectively
Production Planning Duties
• Produce accurate daily production plans using Excel and the internal Emydex system
• Maintain daily contact with retail sites and the Group Planning Manager to ensure optimal raw material stock levels.
• Input all planned sales volumes into the site's production planner.
• Record and analyse daily KPI data, including yield performance and boning hall downtime.
• Monitor lamb origin requirements and coordinate with colleagues to secure specific origins when needed.
• Apply strong planning skills to implement processes, track progress, and drive efficiency.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal teams and external partners.
• Communicate regularly with the Boning Hall Manager and supervisors, reviewing KPI performance and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Participate in system reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aligned with organisational strategy.
• Meet the specifications and timescales required by both internal and external customers.
• Support the Commercial Manager in producing the weekly group lamb plan, highlighting potential challenges and contributing to solutions.
• Play a key role in new product set-ups, attending meetings and updating planning systems for new SKUs.
• Maintain accurate historical planning data and produce relevant reports as required.
• Visit other Dunbia sites to provide support, share knowledge, and gain insight into wider group operations.
Why Work With Us? By joining us, you're not just taking a job - you're becoming part of a company that values its employees, its local community, and the food we produce. This is a great opportunity to build your career in the food industry and be part of a team that's making a real difference! What We Offer:
• Immediate Start - Join us right away and start making a difference from day one
• Weekly Pay - Reliable and fast payments for your hard work.
• Permanent, Full-Time and Part time Positions available - Stability and a long-term career with growth opportunities.
• Free Tea & Coffee - Stay refreshed during your shift.
• PPE Provided - Your safety matters; we supply all necessary protective equipment
• Long-Service Award - We value loyalty and recognize those who stay and grow with us
• Refer-a-Friend Scheme - Earn rewards for bringing great people into the team
• Progression Routes - Access to internal development pathways and apprenticeship opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Confidential support for well-being and mental health
  
  We would love to hear from individuals who enjoy working with others, taking pride in doing things properly and feel comfortable following procedures in a regulated environment.
You'll be someone who
• Upholds and shares our strong values and supports a positive team culture
• Communicates well
• Works well with others
• Is reliable and hardworking
• Demonstrate a positive, proactive and collaborative approach to work
• Perform well under pressure and consistently meet deadlines
• Preferably have previous lamb butchery knowledge (advantageous but not essential)