Production Planner
The Production Planner is responsible for organising production according to demand and quality standards. They ensure that production processes are optimised for efficiency and cost-effectiveness while meeting customer requirements. This role involves planning and scheduling production activities, managing inventory levels, and coordinating with various departments to achieve production goals.
Production Planner Key Responsibilities:

• Production Planning and Scheduling
  Develop and manage production schedules to meet customer demands. Determine equipment and raw material needs based on production forecasts. Monitor production progress and make adjustments as needed to meet deadlines.
  
• Inventory Management
  Manageinventory levels to ensure materials are available for production without overstocking. Coordinate with the procurement team to order materials as needed. Conduct regular inventory audits to maintain accuracy.
  
• Coordination and Communication
  Collaborate with the production, procurement, and sales teams to align production schedules with customer orders. Communicate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials. Provide updates on production status to relevant stakeholders.
  
• Efficiency and Cost Control
  Identify opportunities to improve production processes and reduce costs. Implement best practices in production planning and scheduling. Analyse production data to identify and resolve bottlenecks.
  
• Quality Assurance
  Ensure that production processes comply with quality standards. Work with the quality control team to address any production issues.
  
• Reporting and Documentation
  Maintain accurate records of production schedules, inventory levels, and production performance. Prepare reports on production status and performance metrics.
  Production Planner Person Specification:
  
• Experience
  
  • Proven experience as a Production Planner or similar role in a manufacturing environment.
    
  • Experience with production planning software and ERP systems.
    
• Skills and Competencies o Strong organisational and time management skills.
  
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
    
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
    
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
    
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
    
• Working Conditions
  
  • Primarily office-based with some time spent in the production area.
    
  • May require occasional travel to other company sites.
    
• Additional Requirements: Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles is a plus.
  Essential Qualifications
  
• Experience:
  Planning within a manufacturing environment is essential.
  Experience in planning tools & Excel is essential.
  
• Industry Knowledge:
  Knowledge of Aerospace operators desirable.
  Ideally from a manufacturing/engineering bias background.
  
• Technical Proficiency:
  Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  Essential Experience
  
• Planning within a manufacturing environment is essential.
  
• Experience in planning tools & Excel is essential
  Desirable Experience
  
• Industry Knowledge:
  Knowledge of Aerospace operators desirable.
  Ideally from a manufacturing/engineering bias background.
  Package on offer
  Salary: £27000-£33000 DOE
  Pension: 5% min personal contribution, Company contribution of 3%
  Annual Leave: 25 days plus 8 BH Pro-rata
  Life Insurance: 2 x annual salary Death in Service
  About Us
  We recognise that our core strength lies in our people and have established an engaging and innovative environment to support our valued employees with delivering our organisational vision and goals.
  We welcome applicants with a can – do attitude, who are proactive and have an eye for detail, to be part of our highly regarded dynamic team that works in partnership with our customers, shaping the future of aviation with advanced technologies. In return we will invest in your future and skills and will provide you, our successful candidate, options to develop further.
  We are a company who pride ourselves on our good Health & Safety practices. We have a family feel within all areas of our business and would welcome the right person into our team.
  Disclosure
  Tritech Group UK will not discriminate against any qualified applicants we receive and take into consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
  All applicants to be considered must have the right to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.
  Confidentiality
  Tritech Group respects the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by candidates and shall not disclose to any external parties unless legislated.
  Thank you for considering this exciting opportunity. This document is intended to provide the reader with information and is not a contractual document. Some of the material therefore may be subject to change.
  ITAR Compliance Notice:
  This position may involve working with or access to technologies, information, or hardware that is subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As a result, we are required to limit applications to individuals who are eligible to access ITAR-controlled materials. This typically includes UK nationals, nationals of NATO countries, and lawful permanent residents. Applicants will be required to provide proof of their eligibility as part of the recruitment process