Production Planner / Assistant

Production Planner Our client is a leading manufacturing company based in Kings Lynn; due to their continued growth and development they are seeking to employ a Production Planner/Assistant to join their friendly and professional team. Permanent role. Hours will be Monday - Thursday 8am - 5pm and Friday 8am - 4pm. Competitive salary offered. Reporting to the Commercial Manager Overall Responsibilities To have regular effective communication with the customer. To maintain and update the business system accordingly in line with business requirements. To support the Commercial Manager as required. Excellent organisational skills required. You have the responsibility to ensure all areas and workspaces are kept clean, tidy, and organised to ensure a safe and clean working environment. To comply to the companies Health & Safety Policies. To comply to the companies Quality Management System. Responsibilities & duties To assist the Production Planners when instructed. Producing Job Packs in
line with the Production Planner's requirements. Checking materials and parts are available for production. Keep filing systems organised and scanning of documents current and up to date. Working to the current processes. Answer telephone calls in a timely manner and direct to the correct member of staff. Communicate effectively when required with customers, suppliers and BSA personnel. Experience preferred in using a manufacturing system. (Training will be given) Maintain production records as and when required. Raise purchase orders for consumables and packaging. General administrative duties as required. To carry out any other reasonable task as requested by the management. The ideal candidate must have excellent communication skills both verbally and written