Your newpany
You’ll be joining a globally recognised precision manufacturer with a strong reputation for quality, service, and innovation. Operating from their UK headquarters, this family-owned business supplies high-specificationponents to over 90 countries. Their production model is highly varied,bining repeat orders with bespoke, one-off manufacturing - offering a dynamic and engaging environment for planners who enjoy variety andplexity.
Your new role
As Production Planning Coordinator, you’ll be responsible for designing and managing detailed production schedules across a wide range of product types - from standard runs to custom builds. You’ll work closely with procurement, sales, logistics, and product development teams to ensure materials are available, schedules are realistic, and customer expectations are met.
Your day-to-day will involve:
1. Creating and adjusting production schedules based on forecasts, customer orders, and material availability
2. Coordinating with cross-functional teams to align planning with operational capacity
3. Monitoring inventory levels and identifying opportunities to reuseponents
4. Supporting system administration and documentation for planning processes
5. Driving improvements in planning efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and transparency
This is a hands-on, collaborative role with scope to grow and take on more responsibility over time.
What you'll need to succeed
6. 2–5 years’ experience in a production planning, scheduling, or supply chain coordination role
7. Background in manufacturing environments — ideally job-shop or custom production
8. Strong Excel skills and experience with ERP/MRP systems
9. Excellentmunication and coordination skills across departments
10. Analytical mindset with attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving
11. Desirable: experience with Power BI, lean manufacturing, or scientific/precisionponents
What you'll get in return
12. Early finish on Fridays (15:15) to support work-life balance
13. 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
14. Option to join aprehensive health insurance plan after 6 months
15. Professional development and training opportunities
16. A stable, collaborative environment with international reach
17. The chance to work with cutting-edge equipment and contribute to process improvements