Job Description

Job Summary

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as our Production Planner, fully office based at Midland Oil Group, Shelah Road, Halesowen. Joining us on a full time, permanent basis (Monday - Friday 8.00 - 5.00pm).

Midland Oil Group is a leading provider of oils, automotive lubricants, and metal working fluids throughout the UK and Europe. This would be a Permanent role and an opportunity to be part of an exciting team and grow existing skills.

This is a high energy, fast evolving environment. If you love innovation and embrace change, we are the company for you.

Midland Oil Group has been growing year on year creating new roles within the Business.

The Production Planner has direct responsibility for planning and scheduling lubricants and metal working fluids manufacturing activities to ensure maximum performance and minimum delay.

Responsibilities

Create and manage the weekly production schedule, MPS Work alongside S&OP to ensure the availability of raw materials and components, MRP Raise and process work orders Develop, implement, and monitor the Master Production Schedule (MPS) in alignment with customer demand and inventory targets. Lean key player - ensure high OEE and Adherence to Plan is achieved Monitor production progress and revise schedules to accommodate changes in demand, material delays, or equipment downtime Chair daily/weekly planning meeting Coordinate with supply chain and procurement to ensure timely availability of materials Generate 4-week capacity plan status with key actions and support required as part of the S&OP cycle First line of contact and provide support to the manufacturing team Work closely with manufacturing team to optimize and improve weekly schedule to support customer requirements Liaise daily with various internal departments (incl. Customer Services, Distribution, Technical and Sales team) Ensure high customer service levels are achieved and maintained (OTIF) Lead and own root causing for Halesowen site Optimise inventory levels within set limits Build and utilise planning tools through internal systems (e.g. Excel, Power BI and SAP) to analyse data and support ongoing automation for long term improvement Conduct continuous improvement and planning projects Support the team with daily activities

Experience

Previous experience of production planning Good understanding of manufacturing processes Familiarity with capacity planning and scheduling tools Accuracy, attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills Advanced excel skills Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (SAP) Experience in a similar industry would be an advantage Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing processes Excellent written and verbal communication skills Highly organised with the ability to prioritise tasks Proven proactive and self-starter skills; displays ownership, initiative and drive Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities and stakeholders; strong interpersonal skills Proven ability to manage deadlines Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a team environment

Desirable Skills:

Knowledge of suppliers and products related to lubricant industry Knowledge of Manufacturing Experience with SAP S/4HANA PowerBi, DAX, SQL
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person