Initial 8 week assignment with potential to extend
Fantastic opportunity to join a leading FMCG business

The Company

Our client is a well-established contract FMCG manufacturer.

Benefits
Immediate start available
Initial 8-week contract with solid potential for extension
Opportunity to work within a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Hands-on role with exposure across production, quality and supply chain functions

The Role

As the Assistant Production Planner, you will play a key role in supporting manufacturing operations through production scheduling, work order administration, inventory coordination and ERP system management.
Working closely with Production, Quality and Warehouse teams, you will help ensure materials, documentation and schedules are in place to support efficient manufacturing operations and on-time production outcomes.

Duties include:
Assist with the creation and maintenance of manufacturing and production schedules
Develop and manage manufacturing schedules
Generate work orders for raw materials, bulk manufacturing and production departments




Monitor material availability and coordinate requirements for manufacturing activities
Complete ERP transactions and production-related data entry
Perform stock adjustments and inventory administration as required
Support the preparation and distribution of manufacturing documentation and specifications
Coordinate with Production, Quality and Warehouse teams to ensure smooth manufacturing operations
Assist with production reporting and planning administration activities

Skills & Experience
Previous experience in an Assistant Production Planner, Production Administrator, Production Scheduler or Manufacturing Support role
Experience working within a manufacturing environment, preferably FMCG
Solid ERP/MRP systems experience
Advanced administration and organisational skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Strong Microsoft Excel and data entry capabilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a rapid-paced environment
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Tertiary qualification in Production Administration, Supply Chain, Manufacturing or a related discipline will be highly regarded
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📌 Assistant Production Planner Melbourne
🏢 Miller Leith
📍 Melbourne