Production Planner

Dubizzle Limited; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading timber manufacturer in South Petherton is seeking an enthusiastic Production Planner to facilitate daily and short-term production schedules. The role requires strong organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and proficiency in IT including ERP systems. The successful candidate will coordinate communication across teams, maintain production records, and drive continuous improvement in workflow. Ideal candidates have experience in production planning or a related field, supporting a collaborative, solutions-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy production setting.
• Confident communicator across various departments.
• Must have high attention to detail and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily and short-term production schedules.
• Coordinate communication between teams to resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate production records and documentation.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Practical adaptability

Confident communication

Attention to detail

Strong IT skills

Tools

ERP systems

Planning tools

Spreadsheets

Job description

CNC Recruitment is seeking an enthusiastic Production Planner to join our prestigious client in South Petherton, Somerset - oak timber manufacturer.

Location: Lopen, near South Petherton, Somerset

Type: Full-Time/Permanent
Hours: 7:00am – 4:00pm (Monday to Friday, with two 30-minute breaks)
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per annum (depending on experience)

The Role

We are looking for a well‑organised and practical Production Planner to join our busy sawmill operations team. This hands‑on role sits at the heart of the production process and is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supporting daily and short‑term production schedules to ensure the smooth and efficient flow of work through the sawmill.

You’ll work closely with colleagues across production, machining, and logistics, helping to solve problems and keep operations running smoothly in a fast‑paced environment. The role also includes a strong administrative element, ensuring production paperwork and systems remain accurate and up to date.

As you develop in the role, there will be opportunities to support logistics planning and coordination to help ensure timely and efficient deliveries.

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Plan daily and short‑term production schedules in line with capacity, staffing, and material availability
• Prioritise jobs to meet delivery deadlines, maximise efficiency, and minimise downtime
• Adjust plans in response to machine availability, material supply, urgent orders, or staffing changes
• Maintain a clear workflow from stock intake through processing and machining

Coordination & Communication

• Act as a central point of communication between production teams, supervisors, and management
• Communicate daily plans, priorities, and changes clearly
• Work across departments to resolve issues and keep production moving
• Support a collaborative, solutions‑focused working environment

Systems, Administration & Paperwork

• Maintain accurate production records, schedules, and documentation
• Update internal systems with production plans and progress
• Manage job sheets, production reports, and related paperwork
• Ensure data accuracy for reporting, traceability, and continuous improvement

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve planning efficiency, workflow, and communication
• Support improvements in systems, processes, and planning methods
• Contribute to a safe, well‑organised production environment

Essential

• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Practical and adaptable in a busy production setting
• Confident communicator, comfortable working with a wide range of colleagues
• High attention to detail and efficiency
• Strong IT skills, including spreadsheets, planning tools, and ERP systems
• Ability to plan ahead while responding to day‑to‑day changes

Desirable

• Experience in production planning, scheduling, or coordination
• Background in sawmill, manufacturing, or processing environments
• Understanding of timber products or machining processes
• Interest in logistics planning