Production Planner (internal Candidates only) Fixed Term

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An opportunity has become available for a team member to put their hand up to train as a Production Planner to cover an employee away on long term leave. For the successful candidate they will continue to be trained as a permanent back up for this position.

Key Responsibilities include:

Collect the order information (Wood One Domestic) using JDE and JK systems

Check inventory (WIP and Finish Goods) using JDE and JK systems

Monitor and report actual raw materials usage against plan

Establish production plans for Sander and Cutlines

Administration of inventory

Physical WiP month end stock take and to reporting to Head Office

Finished Goods stocktakes and J-SOX audits

Maintain appropriate stock levels (including stock reduction initiatives) and rotation

Organise road and shipping logistics

Administration of the product specification database including product costings using JDE

Special improvement projects/trials as necessary

Produce production plans/schedules

Reporting of manufacturing efficiencies and yield

Supervise oversee and plan activity that relates to inventory control for JNL

Ensure all items in the warehouse are appropriately received and stored

See to proper inventory to ensure customers demands are met in the most efficient manner obtainable

Work directly with management to bring them up to date regarding stock inflow and outflow

Compile inventory information and present it to management for effective decision making which may include the need for restock and so on

Provide recommendations to management

Provide accurate information on inventory to JNL to guide them in their choice of items to order

Review balance of inventory and count the items in stock

Initiate policy changes regarding inventory in the company

Investigate hitches in the warehouse inventory system and execute necessary improvements towards better business performance which centres on customer satisfaction

The ideal candidate will have:

Problem solving & analytical skills

Strong organising and prioritising skills

Strong communication & relationship management skills

Risk management

Customer (Internal) focus

Relationship building

Ability to communicate information clearly

Strong Excel skills

Applications must be received by COB Friday 23rd January 2026 this date may be extended to find the best candidate.

Required Experience:

Senior IC