Planning Specialist

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Job Description and Skills Required Purpose of the Role: Schedule and monitor the execution of labour for detailed production plans within an 24/7 production environment in conjunction with the Operations Team in order to minimise production time/costs and efficiently organise the use of resources and maximise efficiency. Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities: Prepare analysis of Labour required mid to long-term planning Delivering the required skills resources whilst ensuring compliance with relevant Working Time legislation, across multi business units. Change management implementation. Technical knowledge, business systems. Assist with testing, troubleshooting if required. Process mapping. Managing of the reporting, show metrics achieved and key actions required. Weekly supply payroll, worked hours, breakdown of skill set and breakdown of all absence types for both agency and Keelings workers Maintaining the staff records. Working Time Directive reviews and controls mid/long-term planning Carry out monthly audits Coordination of logistic transport needs. Coordinate and manage accommodation requirements. Liaise with recruitment for third party agency for staffing levels within accommodation Any other relevant duties deemed appropriate by the Company. Key Skills & Knowledge: Essential: Fluency in both Oral and Written English is essential. Min 3 years’ experience in Labour Planning role Advanced level MS Excel essential Good organisational skills, attention to detail and proven problem-solving skills are essential Must be a fast learner, ability to work on own initiative Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential Good telephone manner is essential Flexible working patterns (production operate 7 days per week, 24/7) Individuals will be required to work any five over seven days. Flexibility could be required outside of standard shift depending on business, willingness to work additional hours if required Team player Must be competent with PC, E-mail, MS Excel.