Be the person who keeps production flowing. Calm plans, clean data, zero drama.

If you’re the kind of Production Planning Administrator who gets satisfaction from a schedule that actually holds, this one’s worth a look. 

Rubicon is recruiting on behalf of a long-establish, growing engineering manufacturer in the Wimborne area. Precision matters here, and it start with planning that’s right, accurate, and owned. 

This is a brand-new Production Planning Administrator role, giving you the chance to shape how planning runs day-to-day (with clear systems and support around you). 

Why this Production Planning Administrator role exists: Growth has added complexity. They need a Production Planning Administrator who brings structure and pace so production stays smooth, suppliers stay aligned, and deadlines don’t turn into firefighting.

What’s in it for you:

• Up to £35k DOE

• A brand-new role you can genuinely make your own (without being thrown in the deep end)

• Close working relationship with senior production and purchasing

• Clear processes and systems that support effective planning and delivery

• A culture that values accuracy, reliability, and attention to detail

What you’ll be doing as the Production Planning Administrator:

• Maintaining and updating production schedules

• Scheduling internal works orders across manufacturing and assembly

• Creating work-to lists

• Raising purchase orders

• Liaise with purchasing and suppliers to track progress

• Support just-in-time delivery principles

What you’ll being:

• Experience in production planning / scheduling (ideally in manufacturing)

• Confidence using Excel and ERP Systems

• Administration skills and manage multiple priorities

• A methodical, analytical approach with high attention to detail

• Good communication

• A drive for continuous improvement

You’ll enjoy this role if you’re naturally detail-led and structured, but you’re also happy to chase, follow-up and keep momentum when needed.  If you’re ready for a Production Planning Administrator role where structure and organisation are genuinely valued, apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Amber Marshall at Rubicon for more information. 

While Rubicon uses AI to speed up processes across the business, we maintain that every application is reviewed by a human to ensure the right decision is made.