Job Description

Production and Supply Chain Planner
Location: Malton, North Yorkshire (Free parking and public transport links)
Shifts: Choose from:

• 4 on / 4 off, 6am 6pm

• Monday Friday, 8am 5pm (with occasional holiday cover on weekends)

Salary: 328,000 - 336,000 Depending on experience and shift pattern.
About Pro-Pak Foods:
Looking for a role where your adaptability, teamwork, and growth mindset are truly valued? Join Pro-Pak Foods as a Production and Supply Chain Planner!
Were passionate about crafting delicious ready meals for the UKs top supermarkets and convenience stores. Our expert chefs create over 200 high-quality meals, and thanks to ongoing investment from our parent company (Premium Food Group), our business continues to grow. To support this expansion, were looking for Production and Supply Chain Planners to join our dynamic, people-first team.
Were a proud member of the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and actively welcome applications from service leavers, military partners, and reservists. Our commitment to the ERS reflects our recognition of the valuable skills and experience that ex-service personnel and military families bring to the workplace.
What makes this role different?
At Pro-Pak, we believe that skills can be taught, but personality, attitude, and behaviours are what truly make someone successful. Were looking for adaptable, collaborative, and driven individuals who are ready to learn, grow, and support our teams success. Our planners have come from all walks of life xe2x80x94 from air traffic controllers and teachers to trophy engravers and quality controllers. If youre ready to bring your whole self to work, well provide all the training you need to succeed.
About the role:
As a Planner, youll play a central role in orchestrating production, ensuring every product is made, packed, and shipped right first time. Youll work with multiple teams across production, transport, and logistics to keep everything on track. Dont worry if youve never done this before xe2x80x94 well provide comprehensive training to get you up to speed.
Your key responsibilities (with full training provided):
Coordinate daily production plans and transport schedules.
Work with departments across the business to make sure the right products are in the right place at the right time.
Create and share production reports and schedules.
Work with customers, third-party logistics partners, and group companies to ensure smooth supply chain operations.
Support the launch of new product lines.
Identify and resolve issues as they arise, keeping production on track.
Participate in cross-functional meetings and represent the planning team when needed.
If this sounds like a lot, dont worry xe2x80x94 were with you every step of the way.
About you:
Were looking for someone who is:
Adaptable: Youre ready to take on new challenges and adjust as things change.
Logical: You approach problems with clear thinking and creative solutions.
Collaborative: Youre a team player whos always ready to support others.
Calm under pressure: When things get busy, youre the person others rely on to stay cool and focused.
Eager to learn: Youre hungry for personal growth and keen to develop new skills.
We want to be as clear as possible your experience in food production, or production planning really does not matter. We can teach you everything about the job, but we cant teach you how to have the right attitude.
Whatever your background, if youre ready to work hard and bring your best self to the table, wed love to hear from you.
Whats in it for you?
We dont just offer jobs; we offer careers. Many of our team have progressed to senior roles within Pro-Pak and across our wider group. For example, Andrew, our Planning Manager, joined as a Production Planner just 4.5 years ago. Our Managing Director, Jon Guest, previously managed the planning team during his career with us.
What we can offer you:
A role in a growing company: Our parent company have given Pro-Pak a full package of investment to expand our business. We have completed the first phase of a multi-year expansion plan and are looking forward to our next stage of works to improve the employee environment.
Comprehensive training: Personalized development programs and the chance to learn transferable skills.
Rapid career progression: As fast as you can show your skills, well support your growth.
A healthy workplace environment: Youll be working in our new, modern offices. We have clear work/life boundaries in place were a professional business and not a family here. There is room to make mistakes and learn from them. Youll be working with an engaged team who want to help and support your growth.
33 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays. With an option to buy up to 5 extra days.
Discounts & benefits hub: Access to our benefits and recognition program.
Support & well-being: Access to GroceryAid, which provides emotional, practical, and financial support.
Annual award: A discretionary end-of-year award after 12 months service.
Shift Flexibility:
To give you well-rounded experience, youll have the opportunity to work across both shift patterns (4 on / 4 off and Monday Friday) from time to time. This helps you develop your skills and allows for holiday cover when required.
Don't worry if you need one primary pattern over another - were happy to discuss how this works during the interview stage. Please note that this role is on-site and we do not currently offer this position on a hybrid or remote basis.
Hear from our team:
"I recently joined Pro Pak Foods as a Production Planner from a role outside the food industry, and the experience has been incredibly positive so far.
From day one, I was warmly welcomed, and being part of the planning team has been really rewarding. The people here are friendly, supportive, and always willing to lend a hand. Since starting, Ive had plenty of opportunities to learn and grow, and Im genuinely excited about the potential for further development. My manager provides clear guidance, encouragement, and genuine support for my success. Its a workplace where I feel valued, challenged, and motivated to keep building my skills and progressing in my career." E.A. Production Planner.
What's next?
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today xe2x80x94 were excited to meet you.