Production Planning Manager Full time, Permanent Cambridgeshire Up to £55k DOE Private Medical In a nutshell… Our client is a leading force in the manufacturing industry, with decades of experience delivering bespoke solutions and installations across a variety of sectors. Known for exceptional craftsmanship and top-tier customer service, the company continues to grow and is now looking to expand their talented team with an experienced Production Planning Manager. As the Production Manager you'll play a key role in their busy workshop, contributing to a variety of exciting projects. The ideal candidate will bring a solid background with at least 5 years of experience working within a production or manufacturing environment, demonstrating high attention to detail and strong organisational skills. What's involved for the Production Planning Manager … Allocate labour efficiently in collaboration with the Workshop Manager. Maintain and update the Training Matrix, coordinating staff training schedules. Oversee CE/CA and Welding Certification compliance and maintain the Welding Matrix. Resolve site issues alongside Project Managers. Plan, coordinate, and log PAT testing schedules. Organise HIAB deliveries and ensure full compliance. Coordinate delivery schedules with the Projects Coordinator. Manage lifting equipment and ladder inspections, logging outcomes accurately. File and track incoming fabrication and installation packs. Ensure job compliance and maintain accurate logs. Liaise with the Health & Safety team to maintain safety standards. Maintain on-call and call-out rotas. Review weekly timesheets for payroll and invoicing accuracy. Manage employee holiday requests efficiently. Monitor and improve workshop systems and processes. Provide cover for the Workshop Manager when required. What you'll need… Proven experience in production planning, workshop management, or supervisory roles. Experience leading teams within an engineering manufacturing or fabrication environment. Ability to interpret fabrication drawings Knowledge of steel fabrication techniques and welding processes is advantageous. Familiarity with CE/CA or BS manufacturing standards. Excellent organisational and communication skills. Strong understanding of health & safety procedures and quality standards. Ability to problem-solve and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Benefits for the Production Planning Manager… Competitive salary up to £55k DOE 25 Days Holiday Bank Holidays Full-time, permanent role. Monday to Friday, 07:00 - 16:30 (45 hours per week). Pension scheme Private Medical Modern workshop with a long-term project pipeline Stable, growing company offering career progression If you're looking for an opportunity to take your career to the next level with a reputable company, apply now to join this dynamic team. Please note: Applications from outside the UK will not be considered. 3Sixty Resourcing Ltd is an independent recruitment consultancy based in Peterborough, specializing in permanent and contract staffing solutions across a range of sectors, including Office, Engineering, Technical, Manufacturing, and Construction.