Production Planner

About the role

We are seeking a Production Planner to translate customer requirements into detailed work instructions and tooling specifications. You will act as the bridge between Sales, Engineering and Production, ensuring that CNC machining operations are planned and executed efficiently.

Key responsibilities

• Create parts, bills of materials (BOMs) and routing plans in the production control system.
• Generate work orders, purchase orders and subcontract documentation.
• Place purchase orders for raw materials when required.
• Liaise with Production and Quality teams to provide up‑to‑date progress information to customers.
• Collect and collate data for reporting and prepare metrics for the Commercial Manager.
• Support general departmental tasks to maintain efficient operations.

Required profile

• Experience in the aerospace sub‑contracting industry.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining and mechanical assembly.
• Familiarity with ERP or MRP production control systems.
• Understanding of aerospace and ISO quality standards.
• Ability to manage workload, prioritize tasks and work under pressure.
• Effective communication at all organisational levels.

Required skills

• CNC machining (3‑axis, 4‑axis and 5‑axis)
• ERP systems
• MRP systems
• Microsoft Office, especially Excel