Are you an experienced production planner looking for an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced working environment? If you know how to engage with stakeholders and have a good understanding of production requirements, we want you to join us. As a Engineering Production Planner, you will play an important role in our manufacturing operations, ensuring efficient planning and scheduling across various production activities including machining, laser cutting, folding, fabrication, and electrical/mechanical build.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Materials and Resources Management:

• Establish and maintain an Xcel-based Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system for Laser and CNC Sections.
• Coordinate timely delivery of materials, generate stock reports, and conduct regular stock takes.
• Analyse production specifications and manufacturing data and establish material, tools, and human resource requirements to achieve the overall manufacturing plan and weekly schedules.

2. Production Tracking and Coordination:

• Monitor production progress for each Work Order (WO) and facilitate movement of parts between different departments.
• Prioritise machine part scheduling according to production priorities and organise machining of spare parts.
• Expedite operations that delay schedules and alter schedules to meet unforeseen conditions.

3. Process Improvement and Documentation:

• Identify opportunities for process improvement and update manufacturing plans accordingly.

4. Performance Monitoring and Communication:

• Develop and track performance metrics to optimise production efficiency.
• Hold team meetings to review performance and identify improvements.
• Communicate with section leaders to understand obstacles to production.

About You

Essential skills and experience

• Previous experience in a Planning/Scheduling role
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems
• Engineering manufacturing related qualification
• Advanced proficiency in Excel

Desired skills and experience

• Strong planning skills with adaptability to project dynamics
• Collaborative team player
• Effective communication skills
• Competent influencing abilities
• Proficient IT skills

Recruitment Process

• Initial CV screening.
• Task assignment.
• Team’s call to discuss the design task and assess compatibility.
• Final in-person interview.

What We Offer

• Training opportunities.
• Access to state-of-the-art equipment, including professional-grade 3D printers, lasers, and CNC machines.
• Recognition and celebration of individual and team achievements.
• Competitive Salary: £25,000 to £35,000 (depending on experience).
• Company pension scheme. - Refer a Friend program.
• Convenient location: situated 8 miles from Derby city centre, 3.5 miles from the M1, with local amenities just a short walk away. - Free on-site parking.

If you feel you are the right candidate for the role, apply now!