Production Planner

Production Planner / MRP Controller Overview

We’re recruiting for a detail-driven Production Planner to coordinate manufacturing schedules using an MRP system, ensuring customer delivery commitments are met. This role plays a key part in aligning production, materials, and resources, working closely with internal teams across engineering, purchasing, and operations.

Key Responsibilities
Plan and schedule production activities based on capacity and material availability
Review engineering drawings and multi-level BOMs to support make vs buy decisions
Monitor material supply and provide clear direction to Purchasing on requirements and timelines
Identify and manage critical path items, ensuring any risks to schedule are addressed early
Expedite materials where required to maintain production timelines
Raise and manage accurate works orders to support manufacturing output
Create and maintain production part numbers and manufacturing BOMs where needed
Provide regular updates to stakeholders, highlighting any risks or delays
Support pricing requests for spares linked to sales orders
Attend planning, sales, and operations meetings to forecast workload and resource needs
Contribute to KPI reporting, tracking planning performance vs actuals
Act as a subject matter expert for the MRP system, supporting training and onboarding
Build strong working relationships across all operational departmentsSkills & Experience Required
Previous experience using MRP or ERP systems within a manufacturing environment
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Strong understanding of multi-level Bills of Materials (BOMs)
Good knowledge of manufacturing processes
Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Office and planning toolsPersonal Attributes
Able to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities
Strong team player with a collaborative approach
Process-driven, with a focus on continuous improvement
Proactive problem solver with a solutions-focused mindset
Accountable, with a strong commitment to delivering on time and within budget