Job Description

Production Planner

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Based in Dumfries, Southwest Scotland, Gates (U.K.) Ltd is a major international company specialising in the production of power transmission belts for the automotive and industrial markets. Our continuing success has resulted in this exciting opportunity based in our Dumfries Plant.

As a Production Planner, you'll be responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimising production schedules to ensure efficient manufacturing operations at the Dumfries facility. This role combines analytical planning, systems development, and cross-functional collaboration to drive material flow, minimise variances, and support continuous improvement. You'll work closely with Production, Procurement, and Customer Service teams to align schedules with demand, support SAP integration, and enhance local planning systems for maximum efficiency and accuracy.

Essential Duties and responsibilities:

Create and maintain efficient production schedules across all product lines. Coordinate with Production, Procurement, and Customer Service to align schedules with demand and materials. Analyse material variances and support initiatives to reduce waste and improve accuracy. Monitor scanning compliance and drive corrective actions. Develop and automate local planning and scheduling systems. Improve schedule tracking, WIP management, and shop order closure. Support systems for real-time WIP valuation and stock control. Contribute to SAP integration and related system projects. Provide training support and holiday cover within the planning function.
Keys to success:

Requires knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures within a particular area of expertise
Requirements and preferred skills:

0-1 year(s) of experience in production planning or scheduling preferably within a manufacturing environment. A degree or equivalent qualification in supply chain management, logistics, business, operations management, or a related field--or equivalent practical experience in a similar role. Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines. Good numerical ability and attention to detail. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Experience with ERP systems, such as SAP, would be an advantage.

WHY GATES?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as "One Gates" and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

GDPR: Gates are committed to protecting your private data. Please see below the link to our Job Applicants Privacy Statement which we would ask you to read in full. By applying for this position, you confirm that you have read, understood and accept this policy.

https://www.gates.com/us/en/knowledge-center/resource-library/policies-and-statements/gates-job-applicants-privacy-statement.html

TO APPLY

Please send your current CV and evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK with Indefinite Leave to Remain either through Indeed or to:

Human Resources Department, Gates (U.K). Limited, Tinwald Downs Road, Heathhall, Dumfries, DG1 1TS

ARE YOU DRIVEN BY POSSIBILITY?

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Company pension Referral programme
Work Location: In person