Packaging Production Planner

Job Description

Packaging Production Planner
Edenbridge
Full-time Hybrid Working (1 day WFH after probation)
Up to £38k benefits

Are you highly organised, great with detail and confident managing fast-moving production schedules? Join a market-leading, employee-owned packaging manufacturer known for innovation, high-quality print, and exceptional service to some of the UK’s most recognised brands.

As part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team, you’ll be the key link between sales, supply chain and manufacturing — ensuring production runs smoothly, efficiently and on time.

What you’ll do

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• Build and maintain detailed production schedules across multiple print and packaging lines.

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• Balance customer deadlines with machine capacity, ensuring maximum efficiency and minimal downtime.

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• Monitor live jobs, adapt to changing priorities and communicate updates to stakeholders.

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• Work closely with procurement and sales to ensure materials and stock levels align with customer demand.

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• Spot opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste and increase productivity.

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What you’ll need

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• Proven experience in production planning — within print or packaging.

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• Strong understanding of scheduling systems/ERP/MRP tools.

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• Calm under pressure, with excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.

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• Sharp attention to detail, great organisation and clear communication.

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• Confident using Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

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Why join

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• Salary up to £38,000 based on experience

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• Hybrid working (1 day WFH per week after probation).

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• Employee-owned business with a collaborative culture and long-term career growth opportunities.

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• Great benefits: pension, annual bonus, private healthcare and more.

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• Be part of a growing, future-focused business shaping the next of packaging.

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