Assistant production controller

globalhr; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days Annual Leave

Attractive Compensation Package

Professional Development & Growth

Healthcare benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Pension contributions

Staff Discounts

Work/Life Balance & Wellness

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking an Assistant Production Controller to join the Plymouth site. You will support operations by planning loading schedules, maintaining the MPS, and coordinating with internal suppliers to ensure on-time customer delivery. This role focuses on production control and process improvement.

The position requires strong Excel/Office skills, team orientation, and good communication. On-site work in Plymouth with a comprehensive benefits package is provided.

Qualifications

• Computer knowledge including Excel and MS Office.
• ERP experience is advantageous but not required.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare weekly loading plans.
• Create and maintain the monthly operational MPS.
• Mitigate risks for short-term shortages with internal suppliers.
• Monitor production orders and adjust schedules for timely delivery.
• Ensure parts for rework are issued promptly.
• Support customer returns processes.
• Provide NP I/Qualification planning support.
• Prepare WIP reports and attend Tier 1/2 meetings.
• Assist in production activity control to meet objectives.
• Foster process maturity.

Skills

Excel

Ms Office

ERP Experience

Team Worker

Problem Solving

Written & Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-10

Country: United Kingdom

Location: Plymouth, Plymouth

Position Role Type: Onsite

Role: Assistant Production Controller

Location: Plymouth (on site)

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defence industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

An amazing opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Production Controller to work within the production team for supporting operations and meeting production schedules.

What you will do:

• Plans and prepares weekly loading plans
• Creating and maintaining the monthly operational MPS
• Mitigate risks for short term shortages with internal suppliers to ensure customer delivery
• Monitor execution of production order and adjust schedules for timely delivery.
• Ensuring parts for rework are issued in a timely manner.
• Supporting customer returns.
• NPI/Qualification Planning Support.
• Prepares reports on Work in Progress, attends Tier 1 and 2 meetings with Operations and Team
• Assist in production activity control to meet operational & business objectives, review production plans to identify potential risks to Manager
• Process Maturity

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• Computer Knowledge (Excel, Ms Office)
• ERP Experience advantageous but not essential
• Team Worker – Primary site-based working
• Problem Solving
• Written & Verbal communication
• Attention to detail – Including documentary & recording

Why Collins Aerospace?

At Collins Aerospace, you’ll be part of a team that is redefining aerospace, and you’ll have a critical role to play in helping our customers succeed today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. This is your chance to join a global leader with a mission that extends beyond the sky - from civilian to military and government customers, we provide secure communications, missionized systems, and innovative space solutions.

We also offer a competitive benefits package designed to support you both personally and professionally:

• 25 days Annual Leave + Public Holidays
• Attractive Compensation Package
• Professional Development & Growth
• Support with professional fees
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthcare benefits (including a healthcare cash plan)
• Staff Discounts
• Work/Life Balance & Wellness Programs
• Employee Recognition & Referral Bonuses
• Death in Service Benefit
• Generous Employer Contribution to Pension Scheme

Ready to Take on the Challenge?

Collins Aerospace offers you the opportunity to work with a talented team, drive innovation, and develop your career while supporting our mission to revolutionize the aerospace industry. If you’re ready to make a difference and be part of something bigger,

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibilities. Join us and help redefine aerospace - every day.

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.