Production Planner

On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit a Production Planner on an initial 8-month contract. As the Production Planner you will be responsible for coordinating, planning, and scheduling all aspects of the production process within an aerospace manufacturing environment. This position requires proficiency in ERP systems for tracking production orders, inventory, and forecasting demand

Role: Production Planner
Pay: £33 per hour Via Umbrella
Location: Farnborough
Contract: Monday – Friday 35 hours per week, 8 months – possible extension or permanent
IR35 Status: Inside
Security Clearance: BPSS

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules, ensuring alignment with customer demand, inventory levels, and resource availability.
• Use ERP System to create, update, and manage production orders, work orders, and material requisitions.
• Monitor production capacity and ensure the efficient use of resources, adjusting schedules as necessary to meet deadlines.
• Track inventory levels, manage raw materials, and coordinate the movement of goods to prevent shortages or overstocking.
• Use D365 to manage material requirements planning (MRP), ensuring the timely procurement of parts and materials.
• Generate production reports using D365 to track key performance indicators (KPIs), such as on-time delivery, production efficiency, and inventory turnover.
• Analyse historical data and demand trends to forecast future production needs and optimise schedules.
• Work closely with engineering, procurement, and quality teams to ensure materials and components meet the required specifications.
• Act as a liaison between the production floor and management to communicate production status, potential delays, and resource constraints.
• Identify and recommend improvements to the production process, helping to streamline operations and improve overall efficiency.
• Participate in lean manufacturing initiatives, applying best practices for waste reduction and resource optimisation

Essential Skills

• Experience in production planning/Material Planning essential
• 5+ years experince
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• In-depth knowledge of production processes, MRP, and supply chain management.
• Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing processes and regulatory standards (e.g., AS9100, FAA regulations).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data analysis tools.

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation

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