Our client, a prominent player in the aerospace industry, is seeking a dedicated Production Planner to join their team on a permanent basis. This role is critical in ensuring the seamless operational management and end-to-end planning of production-related activities. You will be responsible for coordinating production rates, load balancing, and maintaining safe production practices, integrating inputs from various Manufacturing Managers including Airframe & Powerplant, Avionics, Quality, and Procurement.
Key Responsibilities:
Production Planning Management:
- Own and maintain the overall production timeline and associated risk register.
- Report timelines, workforce requirements, and risk registers to the Head of Manufacturing and the Manufacturing Management Team.
- Schedule and assign all production activities through production tools, providing regular progress reports.
- Drive cost reduction, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement initiatives across the supply base.
- Prepare and present production reports, KPIs, and personnel requirement forecasts to senior management.
Toolchain, Product Definition, and Production Flow Ownership:
- Develop high-level production processes and related facility/equipment support.
- Input data into production planning tools and allocate work assignments.
- Maintain Production Work Cards in collaboration with the Engineering Quality Team and Manufacturing Manager - Quality.
- Ensure product specifications are kept up to date in collaboration with Engineering Design and Quality.
- Ensure the product definition for outgoing production aircraft is consistent with customer requirements.
- Adhere to company policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Other responsibilities as agreed with your manager.
Job Requirements:
- Experience in production planning or design within an engineering manufacturing context, preferably in aerospace.
- Familiarity with aerospace production practices and standard compliance.
- Proficiency in creating and updating production procedures for various airframe and powerplant systems.
- Strong computer literacy, particularly with Microsoft Office 365 and manufacturing software tools (e.g., MRP, Odoo desirable).
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Right to work within the UK.
- BPSS vetting minimum and SC clearance as required.
Desirable Skills:
- Knowledge of Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) operations.
- Experience with Atlassian (Jira).
- Practical hands-on skills in various manufacturing processes, such as fabrication, welding, and assembly.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to work within a leader in the aerospace sector.
- Engagement in innovative and cutting-edge projects.
- Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
If you are an experienced Production Planner looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity to advance your career in the aerospace industry, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team.
