Job Description
A high performance engine manufacturing business is looking to bring a Production Planner into their operations team. This role plays a key part in ensuring manufacturing activity is accurately scheduled, materials are available, and customer demand is met without disruption. If you enjoy coordinating people, processes, and materials within a high-performance technical environment, this is a great opportunity.
The Role
In this position, you’ll take ownership of production scheduling, resource planning and material coordination, ensuring manufacturing targets are met efficiently and on time.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and maintain weekly and monthly production schedules aligned with customer demand and inventory targets.
* Coordinate material supply requirements, collaborating with purchasing, warehouse teams, suppliers, and subcontractors.
* Create and manage production and purchase orders, ensuring accurate data is maintained within the ERP system.
* Monitor capacity, propose recovery plans, and participate in daily production planning reviews to minimise downtime and optimise workflow.
Skills & Experience Required
1. Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, planning principles, and capacity scheduli...