Print Planner

We are seeking a Print Planner to support the day-to-day execution of the manufacturing plan at our Newcastle tinplate printing site. This role plays a key part in supporting manufacturing operations through effective administration, materials coordination, and production plan control. Working closely with Manufacturing, Warehouse, Pre-Press and Quality teams, the role ensures materials, data, and plans are accurately maintained to support on-time delivery and efficient plant operations.

The position is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail, a structured mindset, and experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

As Print Planner, you will:

·         Support the Production Plan: Maintain and administer weekly production plans based on orders, delivery requirements, and material availability.

·         Material Control: Check availability of tinplate and other materials; coordinate with warehouse teams on material preparation and unpacking for production.

·         ERP Administration: Maintain accurate planning and materials data, ensuring system integrity and alignment with shop floor activity.

·         Progress Monitoring: Track progress against plan and highlight issues or deviations.

·         Daily Coordination: Participate in plant meetings, support priority changes, and update plans and data as required.

·         Shipment & Inventory Checks: Monitor shipment status and verify numbers administratively against the production plan.

·         Supplier Liaison: Liaise with raw material suppliers as required to support continuity of supply.

·         Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment, ideally within packaging, printing, or metal processing.

·         Strong working knowledge of ERP systems.

·         Understanding of production planning, material control, and manufacturing data processes.

·         Graduate-level qualification in a relevant discipline preferred, or equivalent experience.

·         2-4 years’ experience in a similar operational, planning, or administrative role.

·         Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.

·         Methodical, systematic approach to tasks and problem-solving.

·         Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively across teams.

·         Proactive, commercially aware, and comfortable working in a fast-paced plant environment.

·         Strong IT skills, including spreadsheets, databases, and operational systems.