Job Title: Production Planner Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Salary: £25,000 – £30,000 per year About the Role We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Manufacturing Planner to join our engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and scheduling all manufacturing operations — including machining, laser cutting/folding, fabrication, and mechanical/electrical assembly — to ensure timely and efficient production. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including Production, Stores, Sales, and Engineering Design to maintain a smooth production workflow, manage material requirements, and meet delivery targets. Key Responsibilities * Develop and maintain production schedules for all manufacturing cells, tracking performance and KPIs. * Manage the overall manufacturing plan to align with customer forecasts and delivery timelines. * Coordinate with the Stores Team to ensure material availability supports the production schedule. * Interpret production data to determine material, tooling, and labor needs. * Plan and optimize the sequence of operations (machining, laser cutting/folding, fabrication, and assembly). * Expedite delayed operations and adjust schedules as needed to handle disruptions. * Prepare reports outlining schedule deviations and their impact on production plans. * Create and issue accurate manufacturing schedules, purchase requisitions, and forecast reports. * Support customer service efforts by handling order enquiries and resolving production-related issues. * Facilitate collaboration between departments to drive efficiency and meet manufacturing goals. * Liaise with Sales and Stores to resolve delivery or availability challenges impacting customer orders. Qualifications & Experience * Experience using MRP/ERP systems (Essential) * Qualification in engineering/manufacturing or a related field (Essential) * Advanced Excel skills (Essential) * Previous experience in a manufacturing planning/scheduling role (Preferred) Skills & Competencies * Strong planning and organizational skills * Adaptability to dynamic production demands * Excellent communication and teamwork abilities * Confident decision-making and influencing skills * High level of IT proficiency This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in engineering and production planning to play a key role in our manufacturing operations. Let me know if you'd like a shorter version for job boards or a version tailored for a specific industry or company tone. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Work Location: In person