Production Planner – Hex Graphics

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment where no two days are the same?
At Hex Graphics, part of The HEX Group, we deliver a full-service graphics solution—from initial consultation and design to production and installation. We're growing, and we’re on the lookout for a proactive, detail-driven Production Planner to join our passionate team.

🏆 The HEX Group: Employer of the Year – Staffordshire Business Awards 2025
We’re proud to have been recognised as Employer of the Year at the Staffordshire Business Awards 2025. This award reflects our commitment to creating a workplace where people thrive.
Our approach to being an employer of choice includes significant investment in apprenticeships, skills development, and career progression.

What You’ll Be Doing
As our Production Planner, you’ll be at the heart of our operations—ensuring everything runs smoothly, efficiently, and on time. You’ll work closely with internal teams and customers to bring projects to life, from planning materials to coordinating labour and managing timelines.

Key Responsibilities:

Order Book Management

• Create and maintain bill of materials
• Track vehicle completion using collection reports
• Update records for completed vehicles

Production Planning

• Build monthly production plans using order book data
• Generate material requirements and work-to lists
• Keep the production plan updated daily

Label & Application Planning

• Develop and maintain label plans weekly
• Create and adjust application plans based on vehicle availability
• Assign tag numbers and coordinate offsite work (including overnight stays)

Application Capacity

• Monitor resource availability and plan accordingly
• Manage contractor hours, holidays, and purchase orders
• Ensure accurate invoicing and sufficient labour for scheduled work

General Operations

• Liaise with customers to confirm requirements and deadlines
• Organise labour based on production and application plans
• Keep SAGE systems updated and KPIs refreshed twice weekly
• Manage the team inbox and lead daily morning meetings
• Support the Graphics Operations Manager with monthly presentations
• Handle general day-to-day enquiries

What We’re Looking For
We’re after someone who’s:

• A confident communicator and team player
• Exceptionally organised and detail-oriented
• Experienced in planning roles (ideally in a production environment)
• Able to juggle multiple tasks in a fast-moving setting
• Skilled at prioritising and staying calm under pressure

What You’ll Get in Return
We believe in rewarding our team. Here’s what you can expect:

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Company bonus scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Regular company food days & events
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Learning & development opportunities
• Cash Health Plan
• Working hours:
  Mon–Thurs: 8am–4:30pm
  Fri: 8:30am–2pm

Hex Graphics is proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
If you need support with your application, please contact our People & Culture team on 01889 271202.