Production Scheduler

Akzonobel

The Role

Overview

Creates and updates daily production schedules to optimize cost, efficiency, and service.

Key Responsibilities

  • sap data
  • production scheduling
  • batch card
  • order monitoring
  • npi support
  • line loading

Tasks

-Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and ALPS projects. -Monitor and report production targets vs actuals, analysing gaps. -Participate in daily MDI and weekly handshake meetings. -Maintain production-related master data in SAP. -Communicate daily with the Production Planner and site teams to ensure schedules are delivered on time and in full. -Maintain scheduling system data and SAP accuracy. -Manage batch-card issuance and raw material staging. -Coordinate rework of SLOBS with Technical and Production teams. -Prepare and optimise weekly production schedules for Manufacturing and Filling. -Report on adherence to plan, service levels, and production performance. -Monitor order fulfilment and anticipate disruptions, providing practical solutions. -Support new product introductions and coordinate trial batches with R&D. -Ensure filling lines are fully loaded during peak times and optimise product mix. -Liaise with Planning (Barcelona) to improve efficiency and service performance. -Ensure compliance with HSE and PSRA standards.

Requirements

  • sap
  • degree
  • gcse
  • manufacturing
  • inventory
  • teamwork

What You Bring

-Experience in a production or planning environment. -Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and inventory management. -Ability to deliver results in a fast-paced environment. -Excellent IT, numeracy, time management, and communication skills. -Knowledge of paint manufacturing processes and supply management. -SAP experience. -Strong cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement. -Teamworking and problem-solving abilities. -GCSE (or equivalent) education. -Degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or Mathematics.

Benefits

-Staff discount at Dulux Decorator Centre stores -Company pension -Income protection -Product discounts -Flexible benefits scheme offering Gymflex, retail card, dental cover and more -25 days holiday excluding bank holidays -Employee Assistance Programme -Competitive salary (depending on experience) -Employee Life Assurance

The Company

About Akzonobel

-From early paint makers to a global coatings powerhouse, the company has a rich history dating back to 1792. -Projects range from residential walls to yacht hulls, aerospace components, and industrial machinery. -Five core businesses—decorative, automotive & specialty, industrial, marine & yacht, and powder coatings—highlight its diverse reach. -An unusual fact: the company produces expandable microspheres used in adhesives and aerospace composites. -A legacy of bold deals includes the 2008 acquisition of ICI and the establishment of its specialty chemicals arm.

Sector Specialisms

Consumer Goods

Buildings and Infrastructure

Industrial Coatings

Automotive OEM Coatings

Aerospace Coatings

Consumer Electronics Coatings

Vehicle Refinishes

Commercial Vehicle Refinishers

Marine Coatings

Protective Coatings

Yacht Coatings

Pulp and Performance Chemicals

Chemical Markets

Pharmaceutical Markets