Salary guide
Production Planner
- Average salary
- £25,000 – £45,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
ManufacturingOperations
- Production planning reduces waste and boosts output
Other names this job is known by
- Scheduler
- Manufacturing Planner
Key responsibilities
- Develop and maintain production schedules
- Coordinate with teams and suppliers
- Monitor inventory and materials
- Optimise processes for efficiency
- Prepare reports and forecasts
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in business, engineering, or manufacturing
- Experience in planning or production roles
- IT and data analysis skills
- Organisation and time management
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Planner
- Production Manager
- Operations Manager
- Consultant
How to get the job
- Study business, engineering, or manufacturing
- Gain experience in planning or production roles
- Progress to senior or specialist positions
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