Operations Planner

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! Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age