Consulo is proud to be the exclusive recruitment partner for one of the UK’s most respected engineering manufacturers – a firm renowned for its legacy of precision, innovation, and craftsmanship. Operating at the heart of British industry, this manufacturer continues to set the benchmark for excellence in mechanical engineering. As part of their ongoing evolution and commitment to strengthening core operations, they’re now looking to appoint a Production Planning Assistant to support their busy site About the Role As a key support to the planning manager, this role offers an excellent opportunity for someone earlier in their career who wants to grow into a full production planning role. You'll play a pivotal part in managing daily shop floor order processing, maintaining material flow accuracy, and ensuring the efficient coordination of internal communication between planning, production, and commercial teams. This is more than just an admin-heavy planning support role — it’s a hands-on, growth-focused opportunity with a clearly defined succession path into a full planner position, including training on Preactor and the chance to be part of a wider business continuity plan. What You’ll Be Doing * Assist in daily planning and schedule management across production * Book and issue Work In Progress (WIP) accurately * Communicate with commercial teams to confirm order delivery dates * Manage manufacturing NCRs, scrap replacements, and capacity planning * Circulate and maintain internal stock dashboards to support lean inventory levels * Support wider ERP and MRP improvements (SAP-driven environment) * Act as a planning point-of-contact between production, quality, engineering, and purchasing What We’re Looking For * Some engineering knowledge and understanding of machining processes * Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (SAP experience is a plus) * Strong communicator with a collaborative mindset * Keen to learn, develop, and grow into a planning career * Analytical and detail-focused * Based within a commutable distance to Milnrow Why This Opportunity Stands Out * Be part of a world-class manufacturing business steeped in British engineering excellence * Work under an experienced and well-regarded Planning Manager * Long-term development into a full Planner role with potential for Preactor system responsibilities * Stability, structure, and a clear path for career progression If you’re passionate about manufacturing and want to build your career in production planning with a true engineering leader, we want to hear from you. Apply now or contact Consulo First for a confidential discussion