Production Planner

Sharp & Carter


Date: 2 days ago
City: Melbourne, Victoria
Contract type: Contractor
Join a leading manufacturer and take charge of short-term planning and procurement activities supporting a busy production floor.

Our client, an established industrial manufacturer, is seeking an experienced Production Planner to support their Assembly team. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the production workflow runs smoothly, subcontract jobs are aligned with quality standards, and ERP data is maintained accurately.

You’ll be the go-to person for subcontract planning, BOM management, and the day-to-day coordination between shop floor, engineering, and supply chain. With the Planning Supervisor on secondment, this is an excellent opportunity to step up and make an impact.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate subcontract production schedules and raise purchase/work orders
  • Manage ERP data including BOMs, part master data, and planning parameters
  • Liaise with internal teams to ensure timely and accurate production output
  • Drive continuous improvement in scheduling and supply chain admin

What We're Looking For:

  • 2-5 years experience in production planning or supply chain coordination
  • Strong MS Excel & ERP (MS Dynamics 365 desirable)
  • Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving skills
  • Detail-focused with a proactive and accountable approach

What’s In It For You

  • Career Development: Step into a key role in a growing department with future career opportunities
  • Stability & Work-Life Balance: Permanent full-time position in a well-established business
  • Modern ERP Environment: Gain hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and enhance your planning capabilities
  • Team Culture: Work in a collaborative and respectful environment with a clear focus on continuous improvement

This is a business-critical role in an established and growing organization.
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