Job Description
Planning Engineer | Bournemouth | £39,000
Are you a detail-driven Planning Engineer who thrives on structure, precision, and process improvement?This Planning Engineer opportunity offers the chance to take ownership of manufacturing plans in a technically complex environment where accuracy and forward-thinking are valued.If you enjoy working independently, solving problems logically, and creating robust systems that genuinely improve performance, this Planning Engineer role will suit you.
As a Planning Engineer, you will benefit from:
* Autonomy to own and develop master production planning processes
* Exposure to technically advanced Manufacturing and Engineering environments
* A stable and structured role with clear expectations and accountability
* Opportunities to influence process improvement using lean principles
* Working within a business that values accuracy, planning, and continuous improvement
As a Planning Engineer, your responsibilities will include:
* Creating and maintaining master production plans to support repeatable manufacturing processes
* Building and maintaining routings and bills of materials within an MRP system
* Defining material requirements, manufacturing methods, and tooling needs
* Supporting change control, production issues, and non-conformance resolution
* Applying lean manufacturing principles to improve flow, efficiency, and waste reduction
As a Planning Engineer, your experience will include:
* Previous experience working as a Planning Engineer or in a manufacturing planning role
* Hands-on use of an MRP system within a manufacturing environment
* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
* Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, ideally within Manufacturing or Engineering
* A structured, analytical approach to planning and problem-solving
If you’re ready to step into a Planning Engineer role where your planning expertise directly impacts performance and delivery, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Amber Marshall at Rubicon for more information.