Production Planner

Date: 17 Jun 2025

Location: Bristol, GB, BS37 7AA

Company: Sun Chemical Corporation

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
 

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.
 

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at www.sunchemical.com or connect with us on LinkedIn or Twitter.

 

Join our innovative manufacturing team as an MRP Controller, ensuring seamless material supply and production planning to meet customer demand.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate material supply to meet customer orders and forecasted demand.
  • Release and schedule process orders for the Production Team.
  • Create and update production plans for optimal resource use.
  • Maintain accurate records and monitor KPIs (e.g., OTIF for raw materials/production).
  • Collaborate with Demand Planners, Production, and Supply Chain teams.

Requirements:

  • Strong IT skills are essential with experience of using Microsoft Office (especially excel) essential        
  • Experience in production planning or manufacturing (preferred but not essential).
  • Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Commitment to safety and quality standards.
  • Understanding of ERP systems (SAP preferred).

 

Why Join Us?

  • Opportunity to drive efficiency in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
  • Collaborative team culture with growth potential.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
  

It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.