Join Our Growing Team at Trueline Products
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Trueline Products is a well-established, family-owned UK manufacturer with over 30 years experience delivering bespoke architectural and construction solutions.
As a market leader in sheet metal fabrication and specialist manufacturing, we pride ourselves on innovation, quality, and a fast-paced, commercially focused approach.
Job Overview
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Planner / Scheduler to coordinate and optimise production activities within our sheet metal manufacturing facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating efficient production schedules, ensuring on-time delivery, and balancing workload across departments such as laser cutting, bending, welding, and finishing. Working in an extremely fast paced environment with a strong can do mentality.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop, maintain, and adjust daily and weekly production schedules based on customer orders, capacity, and material availability
* Coordinate workflow between departments including CNC laser, punch, press brake, fabrication, and painting.
* Monitor production progress and proactively resolve scheduling conflicts or delays
* Liaise with procurement to ensure raw materials are available in line with production plans
* Collaborate with commercial and customer service teams to prioritise urgent or high-value orders
* Optimise machine utilisation and labour efficiency to meet productivity targets
* Track and report on KPIs such as on-time delivery, lead times, and work-in-progress levels
* Present weekly capacity to the business & confirming any constraints
* Maintain accurate data within our inhouse system
* Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in planning and scheduling processes
* Support capacity planning and long-term production forecasting
Required Skills & Experience
* Proven experience in production planning or scheduling within a manufacturing environment (sheet metal preferred)
* Strong understanding of fabrication processes such as laser cutting, punching, bending, and welding (would be preferred)
* Experience using systems
* Excellent organisational and time management skills
* Strong xsngvjr analytical and problem-solving abilities
* Ability to work under pressure and manage changing priorities
* Good communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other planning tools
Desirable Qualifications
* HNC/HND or degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field
* Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies
* Knowledge of CAD/CAM systems and production workflows
Key Attributes
* Detail-oriented with a proactive mindset
* Strong decision-making capability
* Team player with a collaborative approach
* Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced environment
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