Production Planner

Overview

Coordinate daily production, schedules and communications to meet deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• production scheduling
• order allocation
• difot targets
• document attachment
• production adjustments
• status communication

Tasks

As the central link between sales, scheduling, operations, customer service, dispatch, and supply, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring everything runs to plan. You’ll manage production schedules, communicate updates, resolve issues, and help deliver the right product, at the right time, every time. It’s a fast-paced, hands-on environment where your ability to stay ahead of the curve will make a real impact. -Confirm delivery timelines with site personnel before scheduling work -Ensure all drawings and documents are attached to schedules when required -Work closely with supervisors and operations teams to help achieve DIFOT (Delivery In Full On Time) targets -Manage and allocate customer orders into production efficiently and accurately -Plan, monitor and coordinate daily production activities to meet customer and operational requirements -Communicate delays, updates, and changes to relevant teams across the business -Adjust production runs in response to changing demands without compromising delivery

Requirements

• lean
• erp
• planning
• 2+ years
• production qualification
• communication

What You Bring

With strong team retention, deep industry expertise, and a collaborative work culture, you’ll be well-supported from day one. This role is key to ensuring the smooth and efficient coordination of daily production activities while meeting customer deadlines and maintaining operational efficiency. You thrive in a collaborative setting, communicate clearly across teams, and have a strong focus on customer service, continuous improvement, and delivering results. You’re an organised and proactive problem-solver with a strong background in manufacturing, production planning, or scheduling. You understand how production and supply chain activities connect and are comfortable navigating shifting priorities in a high-volume environment. -Proven experience working with Lean or Competitive Manufacturing principles -Experience in steel, construction, or supply chain industries will be highly regarded, but not essential. -Excellent communication, coordination, and organisational skills -A customer-first mindset, strong initiative, and the ability to work well under pressure -A qualification in Production, Manufacturing, or Engineering (preferred but not essential if experience is strong) -Experience with planning or ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Symix, PlanX) and solid Microsoft Office skills. -Experience in a manufacturing or production environment, including at least 2 years in a planning or scheduling role

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Benefits

We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry. -Recruitment referral awards: $1500 is awarded to eligible employees for referring friends or family to an open role if the candidate is successful. -Access to long service leave after 5 years: Employees who are not covered by an Enterprise Agreement can access accrued Long Service Leave (LSL) at the rate of 1.3 weeks per year of service after 5 years continuous service. -Build your own future: Step into a culture where every day is an opportunity to grow, and where driving your own development is not just encouraged; it's expected. You’ll be empowered to take the wheel of your learning journey and uncover your potential. The possibilities are limitless. -Corporate rates for private health insurance: Nib Health Insurance offers discounted cover for employees. -Generous parental leave: 20 weeks paid Primary Carer Leave and 3 weeks paid Partner Leave for those who have worked at the business for at least 12 months. The company also provides superannuation contributions for the Primary Carer during the period of unpaid parental leave for eligible employees (limitations apply). -Employee Benefits Program: discounts for employees, friends and family on a huge selection of products and services from a variety of brands including Samsung, Coles, Harvey Norman, Village Cinemas, Dick Smith, Vodafone, Thrifty and many more. -Work well - live better: We understand the importance of working in an environment which supports you to balance your personal and professional life. Experience a culture which values you as a whole person - where family extends to the workplace and your well-being matters. You’ll thrive not only in your career with us, but beyond.

About Arc - The Australian Reinforcing Company

-Founded with a vision to deliver quality reinforcing solutions to the Australian construction market. -Supplies a wide range of reinforcing steel, mesh, and concrete products to major construction projects. -Has become an integral partner in building infrastructure for industries such as transport and residential. -Specializes in large-scale, heavy civil, and industrial projects that require precision and strength. -Known for providing innovative solutions, ensuring safety and reliability on every project. -Continues to expand across the Australian market while maintaining strong relationships with clients.

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