Production Planner

Vinidex For over six decades, Vinidex has been leading the way - setting the industry benchmark for pipeline systems and solutions. Our legacy spans across building, infrastructure, agriculture, and civil sectors. We make life flow with groundbreaking, high-quality products, connecting everything from water, gas, and energy throughout Australia. With the Aliaxis group as our parent company, we are part of one of the world's largest global networks to bring solutions to the world's water challenges. We are proud of our focus on operating on 100% renewable energy by the end of 2025 and our recycling programs across our sites, and are looking for passionate people that want to be part of our journey and embrace the behaviours that we stand for: - We Dare to challenge the status quo, to innovate and to learn fast - We Care for the environment, our customers and each other - We Deliver by taking accountability for our decisions and actions What will you do We’re looking for an experienced Production Planner to join our dynamic and collaborative team. In this pivotal role, you’ll support the monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process and develop robust supply plans that align with our strategic goals—driving sales growth, optimising inventory, and enhancing operational excellence. This is a full-time, onsite role based at our Sunshine and Derrimut manufacturing facilities, reporting to the Sales & Operations Planning Manager. Your approachable nature and strong relationship-building skills will be key as you collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan for our Sunshine, Derrimut, and Wynyard sites. You’ll provide data-driven insights, support scenario planning, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance supply and production efficiency. - Optimise the manufacturing schedule to reduce waste (Downtime, changeovers and scrap) while meeting demand requirements - Facilitate and lead Site Supply review meetings as part of the Vinidex IBP process - Partner with operations to prepare and issue the manufacturing schedule to optimise production efficiency, space constraints and customer demand - Proactively develop corrective action(s) to address supply and demand variances - SAP data steward for material master for manufactured products for fields pertaining to but not limited to planning parameters, item attributes, BOM and routings About you - Seasoned experience in supply/production planning or scheduling within the manufacturing industry (Plastics, FMCG or high-speed manufacturing with complex process’ - highly considered) - Technically savvy with excellent excel computer skills and proficient with ERP systems (SAP advantageous). - APIC or Oliver Wright certification is desirable but not mandatory - Exceptional communication skills with the ability to build meaningful relationships with all stakeholders including customers, and influence and negotiate to get the best outcome. - Demonstrated collaborative style who is positive and enjoys trouble shooting to find the best solution. - Excellent time management and coordination skills with a sense of urgency, results focused to meet daily production KPI’s and targets, with high attention to detail and analytical mindset - You have a can-do attitude, are flexible, adaptable and want to jump onboard to help us continue to grow our manufacturing capability Why join us? We care - Flexible working hours to allow you to do the school drop off/ pick up or work on your health and wellbeing - STI program and annual pay review are just some of the ways we reward our employees for their contribution - You will enjoy working for a business that is conscious about what we do, how it operates and our impact on the environment - Industry leading paid parental leave - 26 weeks paid parental leave for primary carer and 4 weeks paid secondary carer - Employee Assistance Program access for you & your immediate family - We take it further with our Employee Recognition Programs and Service Awards - Opportunity to join our mentoring programs - Diversity, equity, and inclusion is close to our heart as a global business, you will have the opportunity to join the DEI council - Career development opportunities at home and abroad - A safe work environment with a strong focus on "Go for Zero" For more information this role, please contact Carla Treuer on 0497 323 252. Just a heads up - we are currently not accepting CVs from recruitment agencies. Thanks for your understanding and cooperation