Production Planner

Aligra is currently recruiting for a Production Administrator on behalf of our client, a leading fruit packaging company based in Newport, TF10.

As a Production Administrator, you will be responsible for various administrative tasks, including database administration, and organizing pallets/parcels. Additionally, you will be expected to match order numbers with delivery batches, and demonstrate excellent attention to detail, proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Office, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities:

• Ensuring that the correct items are being sent to the correct customers by inputting data accurately.
• Organising and controlling the arrival of incoming returned pallets/parcels: You will be responsible for organizing and controlling the arrival of incoming returned pallets and parcels. This includes ensuring proper documentation, coordinating with the warehouse team for storage, and updating the system accordingly.
• Access data base to create packing job, print labels & job instruction according to the production plan.
• On completion of a job input data into system ensuring the correct packing ingredient / labour time raw material, packaging, labels, labour, packing times etc is captured.
• On completion of entering data into the system, all information must be sense checked against production data sheets before closing the jobs.
• Carry out troubleshooting to ensure discrepancies are resolved and all jobs are closed in a timely manner.

Required skills:

• Attention to detail: A crucial skill for this role is attention to detail. You should have the ability to spot errors, discrepancies, and inconsistencies in data and documentation.
• Experience using Microsoft Outlook and Office: Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, is essential for this role. You should be able to use these tools to manage emails, create and update documents, and analyze data.
• Proficient in using Excel, data entry: Strong Excel skills, including data entry and data analysis, are required. You should be able to create and update spreadsheets, enter data accurately, and perform basic calculations.
• Capable of working as part of a team on their own: This role requires both teamwork and independent work. You should be able to collaborate effectively with colleagues and work independently to complete tasks.
• Organized and good time management: Excellent organizational and time management skills are essential for this role. You should be able to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.

Shifts & Pay:

Working Monday to Thursday or Wednesday to Saturday 05:30 starts, until roughly 17:30. The shifts are usually around 12 hours, however some days may fluctuate in line with workload and customer requirement.

£11.50 per hour.

Aligra have been established since 2007 and have since implemented supply partnerships with a number of the UK’s leading logistics companies. Whilst we work across all industries, we specialize in recruitment and talent management for the Automotive and Engineering, Driving and Industrial, Hospitality, and Professional and Executive sectors.