Role summary: Our Planning team are at the heart of our business. They are responsible for delivering an effective planning platform for the business using both medium- and short-term tools and processes with the aim to optimise customer service. The planners are primarily responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of the weekly and daily activities of the planning team and for achieving the required planning performance. As a Production Planner within the Planning team, you are responsible for working closely with the Planning Manager and Planning team in delivering an effective and efficient planning platform. The Production Planner is responsible for creating and executing production plans that meet customer demand while optimising resources, minimising costs, and ensuring on-time delivery of products. The position requires excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, as well as a deep understanding of supply chain management, manufacturing processes, and production scheduling. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain production schedules for all manufacturing lines, considering factors such as customer demand, inventory levels, capacity constraints, and lead times. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, procurement, logistics, and sales, to ensure alignment on production plans and resource allocation. Monitor production progress, identify potential bottlenecks, and proactively communicate with stakeholders to resolve issues and mitigate risks. Continuously optimise production plans to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and increase throughput, while maintaining product quality and safety standards. Maintain accurate and timely production data, including inventory levels, production yields, and production costs, and use this information to inform decision-making and drive improvements. Develop and implement contingency plans to address production disruptions, such as equipment breakdowns, raw material shortages, or labour shortages. Keep up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in production planning and supply chain management, and identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations management, engineering, or a related field preferred. Experience in production planning or supply chain management in a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) environment ideally understanding short shelf life food production planning. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think creatively and adapt to changing circumstances. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and build strong relationships with stakeholders. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other production planning software and tools. Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, production scheduling methodologies, and supply chain management best practices. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and quality. Key Competencies: Planning and organizing: Ability to develop and execute complex production plans, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Analytical thinking: Ability to gather, analyse, and interpret production data to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for improvement. Communication and collaboration: Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, build consensus, and negotiate solutions to complex problems. Problem-solving: Ability to diagnose problems, develop and implement solutions, and make data-driven decisions. Attention to detail: Ability to maintain high levels of accuracy and quality in production planning and reporting. Skills: Prodution Planning FMCG Food
About the Company At O'Brien Fine Foods we produce a number premium brands including Brady Family & Green Farm. We have a heritage in the production of handcrafted artisan type products and employ over 600 people across our Kildare and Westmeath Facilities. This role will be based in our Green Farm Site in Rathowen, Co. Westmeath where the team consistently deliver and produce innovation in chicken and turkey products to make eating well easy for everyone. About the Role: As a General Operative in OBrien Fine Foods, you will be responsible for a number of important tasks which ensures our product is always number one for quality and taste. Your duties will include: Product inspection, ensuring all our products adhere to the highest quality specifications. Preparing product for cooking including adding relevant flavour mix Preparing cooked product for slicing and maintain production lines ensuring production targets are met and in line with product specifications Packing product ensuring labelling, presentation and relevant paperwork are completed Reporting any or rejecting product that does not meet product specifications About you: Collaborative approach and love working within a team Process orientated and enjoy working within a diverse environment Communication and teamwork are essential Willingness to learn Why people join us: Culture of developing and promoting from within the company! We believe in developing our employees and provide unique opportunities to take their career to the next level! Our Values of Care, Commitment and Trust. Day Shifts Only (6am to 4pm or 7am to 5pm) Incremental Salary Scale from €14.15 per hour up to €15.09 per hour On site parking Refer a friend scheme Employee Recognition Awards Bike to Work We are dynamic and growing Skills: General Operations Manufacturing Production
