JRS Associates have partnered up with an exciting aerospace precision engineering company to recruit a Production Planner. This role is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking business where planning, scheduling, and materials management are central to delivering on-time, in-full (OTIF) to world-class customers.

The Successful Production Planner - Package:

• Salary: £37,000 per annum 

• Hours: Days, Full-time, Permanent

• Excellent career progression opportunities

• Job security in a growing aerospace & precision machining environment

• Company benefits package

The Successful Production Planner - Requirements:

As a Production Planner, you’ll be responsible for optimising material resources, production capacity, and scheduling to align with operational strategy and customer demand. Your role will include:

• Maintaining the Master Production Schedule (MPS) and ensuring compliance with AS9100 and NADCAP requirements.

• Overseeing raw material and WIP flow to support uninterrupted production.

• Developing efficient, achievable production plans that optimise labour and equipment utilisation.

• Monitoring supplier deliveries and escalating risks to ensure OTIF delivery.

• Using MRP/ERP systems to manage demand planning and system accuracy.

• Collaborating with production teams to reduce cycle times, resolve bottlenecks, and improve throughput.

• Supporting continuous improvement within planning and scheduling processes.

• Contract review, raising purchase orders, and maintaining approved supplier lists.

The Successful Production Planner - Experience & Skills Required:

• Previous experience as a Production Planner in an Aerospace / Precision Engineering environment.

• Strong working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems.

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and routings.

• Proficient with Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUPs, formulas).

• Strong communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills.

• Formal Production Planning qualification (desirable).

• Knowledge of CNC machining and metal fabrications (desirable).

Call to Action

If you’re an experienced Production Planner looking for your next opportunity in aerospace manufacturing, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now! Shortlisted candidates will receive a call within 3 hours during working hours to discuss the role further.