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Operations Planner
Job Posted: 18 days ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire
Expire in: 9 days
Job Description
Operations Planner, East Kilbride, £35,000 - £37,000 DOE + Bonus
We're currently recruiting for an Operations Planner to join a manufacturing business based in East Kilbride. This is a key role that supports the wider operations function, helping to create achievable schedules, manage materials effectively, and ensure production targets are met across the site.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of manufacturing planning, be confident using MRP/ERP systems, and be comfortable working closely with production, procurement, and sales teams to keep things running smoothly.
What you'll be doing:
Creating, updating and maintaining the production schedule
Developing materials and capacity plans to ensure availability and alignment with production goals
Monitoring and adjusting plans to respond to changes, risks or delays
Running regular production reviews and collaborating with internal teams to stay ahead of issues
Streamlining planning processes to improve efficiency and workflow
Working closely with sales, procurement, and production to maintain alignment across departments
Generating reports on schedule performance, risks, and key deliverables
What we're looking for:
Experience in a manufacturing planning or scheduling role
Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems and production workflows
Familiarity with bills of material and routings (preferred but not essential)
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Detail-focused and confident working independently
Proactive and organised, with the ability to manage changing priorities
What you can expect:
£35,000 - £37,000 salary depending on experience
4 day working week - Monday to Thursday, 37.5 hours
Twice-yearly company bonus scheme
Company pension scheme
Death in service benefit
Cycle to Work Scheme and Electric Car Scheme
Free on-site parking
If you're confident in planning operations, solving problems, and keeping production on track, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing and supportive team. Apply now!
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