Assistant Production Planner Pittsworth, Qld

Description:

Proudly owned by Australian Farmers
McLean Farms is a diversified family-owned agri-business based in Pittsworth, 30 minutes Southwest of Toowoomba. Specialising in livestock and food production, the business is involved with a broad range of agricultural enterprises such as grain, compost and feed mill operations.
At McLean Farms our core values guide everything we do:
We Care – We nurture our people, animals, environment, workplace, and communityWe Are One Team – We work together towards a common goal in a respectful and effective mannerWe Aim for Excellence – We strive to improve continuouslyWe Find a Way – We work together to find solutions to every challengeWe Do the Right Thing – We make decisions and choose behaviours knowing what is right and what is wrong
Key Responsibilities
Develop and manage production and packaging schedulesAnalyse sales forecasts and historical data to determine production requirementsCoordinate with procurement and warehouse teams to ensure resource availabilityCollaborate with cross-functional teams to meet customer expectationsMonitor inventory levels, minimise waste, and audit data for accuracySupport dispatch and transport operations, including route planning and vendor coordinationMaintain accurate production, packaging, and dispatch records
What You’ll Bring
Strong planning, organising, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environmentExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsHigh attention to detail and strong time management capabilitiesConfidence using a range of computer applicationsPrevious experience in a production planning or logistics coordination role is desirable
What We Offer
A supportive and collaborative work environmentCareer development and growth opportunitiesThe chance to contribute to a purpose-driven, values-based organisationStability in a well-established, proudly Australian-owned business
Ready to make your next move?
If you’re passionate about planning and logistics and want to be part of a team that values integrity, teamwork, and excellence, we’d love to hear from you.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia to apply.
You must not have any birds, pigs or poultry at home, and you must not regularly come into contact with birds, pigs or poultry in order to work at McLean Farms.
Please ensure that you have read the Bio-Security Document on the right-hand side.
To proceed with employment shortlisted candidates will be required to attend a Pre-employment functional assessment and Drug and Alcohol testing.