Lead Planner
Precision Engineering
Cambridgeshire
Salary: Up to 50k + benefits
If you’re someone who thrives on bringing structure to a fast-paced shop floor, this is one worth looking at.
This is a key hire for a precision engineering business supplying into high-performance sectors. They need someone who can take ownership of planning across a busy CNC environment - keeping machines running, work flowing, and delivery on track.
You’ll sit right in the middle of the operation, turning customer demand into a plan that actually works on the shop floor.
Key Responsibilities
* Build and manage production schedules across CNC machining, ensuring capacity is used effectively
* Sequence work intelligently based on machines, tooling and available resource
* Work closely with engineering and production to make sure routes and cycle times stack up
* Keep control of WIP, materials and priorities to avoid bottlenecks and delays
* Act as the link between sales and the shop floor, keeping everyone aligned on delivery
What we’re looking for:
* Solid background in production planning within CNC machining or precision engineering
* Strong understanding of milling, turning and multi-axis environments
* Comfortable reading drawings and understanding how parts flow through production
* Confident using ERP/MRP systems, with good Excel skills
* Organised, proactive and able to juggle multiple priorities without losing control
If the role sounds of interest, click apply and Kieran Evans will be in contact to run through the details.