Production Planning Manager
Location: Aldershot, Hampshire (Onsite)
Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 per year, depending on experience
Hours: 40 hours per week
Sector: Precision Engineering / Manufacturing (Aerospace exposure advantageous)
The Opportunity
WF Tech is recruiting a Production Planning Manager on behalf of a well-established precision engineering manufacturer based in Aldershot. This is a key onsite role within a high-performing manufacturing environment, supporting complex production schedules and demanding customer requirements.
The successful candidate will play a central role in coordinating production planning activities, optimising output, and supporting continuous improvement across the operation.
Key Responsibilities
⦁ Develop, manage, and maintain production schedules to meet customer demand and operational targets
⦁ Coordinate with Purchasing to ensure timely availability of materials and components
⦁ Monitor production progress and adjust plans to mitigate risks, delays, or constraints
⦁ Work closely with Quality to ensure all products meet required standards
⦁ Analyse production data and generate reports to support continuous improvement, including SIOP and load & capacity analysis
⦁ Implement, maintain, and improve production planning systems and tools
⦁ Communicate production plans clearly across departments and stakeholders
⦁ Optimise production output in collaboration with Production Planners, Managers, and Coordinators
⦁ Support additional operational activities as required
⦁ Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and company policies
Skills, Qualifications & Experience
⦁ Degree in Production Management, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience
⦁ Proven experience in production planning and scheduling within a manufacturing environment
⦁ Aerospace industry experience highly desirable
⦁ Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles
⦁ CPIM or similar certification advantageous
⦁ Excellent analytical and problem-solving capability
⦁ Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
⦁ Confident using production planning software and tools
⦁ Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
⦁ Highly organised with strong time management skills
Working Hours
Monday – Thursday: 06:30 – 15:15
⦁ Breaks: 09:30–10:00 and 12:30–13:00
Friday: 06:00 – 13:00
⦁ Break: 09:30–09:50
Holiday
⦁ 33 days per year, including bank holidays
Benefits
⦁ Life assurance – 4x basic annual salary
⦁ Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (subject to eligibility)
⦁ Pension (salary exchange scheme):
⦁ Employee contribution: 5%
⦁ Employer contribution: 3.5%
⦁ Cycle to Work scheme (subject to eligibility)
⦁ Discretionary company bonus scheme
⦁ Do you have the experience? The company welcome a site visit to ensure you are happy with the role, the environment and the people you will work with!
⦁ If you would like to speak to someone regarding being booking an interview then please contact Daniel Waite on 07799 588461 for more information or send an email to dwaitewftech.co.uk
⦁ Immediate starts are available!
WF Tech are responsible for placing skilled and in demand people on both a permanent and contract basis into the Engineering, Technical and Manufacturing sectors, from skilled Shop Floor Personnel and Specialist Engineers to Supervisory and Management positions. We operate nationally and our Specialist Consultants will have an in-depth understanding of your skills and offer best advice on your next step!! We are always searching for the best talent, so if you know anyone, why not recommend someone to one of our professional team who will be more than happy to help.
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