Production Planner

Role - Production Planner
Salary - Negotiable
Location - Cornwall

Do you have a logical mind, experience in planning and eager to take on an exciting new challenge not like any other?

With their supportive and developing business, this Cornwall based factory has had a lot of success over the years and are currently undergoing lots of positive change in order to become an even stronger business. The products produced are well loved and high quality and they therefore require a planner to help support the business to ensure continued success for the future. This role is therefore an essential part of their challenge to be at the top of what they do in a very competitive market. Are you their next member of the planning team?

The Production Planner will:
*Maintain internal systems and monitor stock levels and wastage.
*Manage the production and forecast plans
*Plan for packaging and raw material usage
*Work with internal teams to ensure success
*Contribute to project and forecast meetings.
*Build effective relationships with team.
The successful candidate will have experience in the food or drinks industry and in a relevant role such as a production planner, materials planner, materials controller or similar supply chain focussed role.
If this planning opportunity is what you have been looking to step into, and you have a proven track record of successfully maintaining schedules and lowering stock write-off's within the food manufacturing environment- do not hesitate to apply for this opportunity with this exciting food business in the area.

It will also be advantageous, but not essential, to have experience working with major UK retailers or foodservice customers. You will also need to have a confident but calm approach to tasks and bring a positive energy to the workplace.

To apply for the role please click apply or alternatively contact Caroline at Zest on 0117 3252 999 or get in contact via email at cj@zestfoodjobs.co.uk

Zest are specialist recruiters within the food and drink manufacturing industry and Caroline looks after Production Planners, Supply Chain Managers and other areas such as logistics, warehouse etc