Production Controller
Hemel Hempstead
Permanent Role
Days
£35K Circa Depending on Experience
Role Overview
Our Client are seeking an experienced Production Controller withing Manufacturing Secotr to join our operations team based in Hemel Hempstead. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven individual with a strong manufacturing background to take ownership of production planning and scheduling in a dynamic environment.
Job Title
Production Controller
Location
Hemel Hempstead, UK
Salary
circa £35,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours
40 hours per week - flexible working arrangements available
Working Pattern
Day shift, Monday to Friday
Reporting To
Production Manager
Department
Operations
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Plan and schedule production orders based on customer demand, stock levels, and available capacity
Monitor production progress and adjust schedules proactively to address delays or material shortages
Coordinate with the purchasing team to ensure raw materials and components are available when required
Track production output, efficiency, and lead times, reporting variances to management
Ensure production meets quality standards and customer specifications at all times
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve workflow efficiency
Communicate daily priorities clearly to supervisors and production teamsKEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
On-Time In-Full (OTIF) delivery performance - minimum 95%
Production schedule adherence
Material availability and stock accuracy
Manufacturing efficiency and throughput - factory efficiency minimum 85%SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
Strong production planning and scheduling skills
Good understanding of manufacturing processes including metal and joinery fabrication, painting and assembly
Ability to read technical drawings and specifications
Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
Confident communicator, able to collaborate effectively across departments
High attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy under pressure
Comfortable using ERP systems
Proficient in Microsoft Excel (intermediate to advanced level) and good general IT skillsEXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum 5 years' experience in a production environment - shelving, shopfitting, or retail equipment preferred
Previous experience in a production control, planning, or manufacturing coordination role
Knowledge or qualification in lean methodologies (Lean / Six Sigma) desirable
Fluent English - written and spoken
Production Controller / Joinery / Fabrication / Manufacturing / Manufacturing Production Engineer