Production Controller

Mobile Technical Staff; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aerospace sector is seeking a detail-oriented Production Controller to join their team in Chalgrove, Oxfordshire. This role involves supporting production planning, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and coordinating with various departments to deliver defect-free products. The ideal candidate will have experience in data processing and production coordination, along with strong analytical and organizational skills.

Benefits

9% non-contributory pension scheme

4x salary life assurance

Healthcare Cash Plan

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Option to purchase additional annual leave after qualifying period

Cycle to work scheme (including e-bikes)

Employee discount platform

Access to Occupational Health support

Comprehensive training and personalised development plan

Workplace nursery benefit (subject to eligibility)

Qualifications

• Previous experience in data processing and production coordination.
• Familiarity with US Government packing/shipping standards is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support production planning and implementation of corrective actions.
• Process and manage ammunition data cards and contract data requirements.
• Maintain the customer order book and prepare delivery reports.

Skills

Planning

Organisation

Analytical skills

Data entry accuracy

Team collaboration

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade C or above)

Job description

Production Controller

Location: Chalgrove, Oxfordshire
Salary: GBP35,000 GBP40,000 per annum, plus benefits

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Production Controller to join our team at our site in Chalgrove, Oxfordshire. This role is a unique opportunity to contribute to the manufacturing and delivery of critical safety systems used in cutting-edge aerospace applications.

You will work within the Pyrotechnic department, supporting the production plan and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. This is a highly collaborative position involving regular coordination with teams across Quality, Engineering, and Manufacturing to deliver defect-free products on time and to exacting specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Support production planning and implementation of corrective actions to address and prevent defects.

• Process and manage ammunition data cards and contract data requirements.

• Maintain the customer order book and prepare delivery reports.

• Back-up the Shipping department with handling of outbound deliveries.

• Review production documentation for completeness and compliance before customer presentation.

• Conduct checks on packing and production cards to ensure data integrity and prevent booking errors.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Previous experience in data processing and production coordination, preferably in a technical or engineering environment.

• Strong planning, organisation, and analytical skills.

• Highly detail-focused with strong data entry accuracy.

• Confident working with technical documentation and quality procedures.

• Familiarity with US Government packing/shipping standards is an advantage.

• GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade C or above) or equivalent.

• Strong team player with the ability to work cross-functionally in a high-performance environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary in the range of GBP35,000 GBP40,000

• 9% non-contributory pension scheme

• 4x salary life assurance

• Healthcare Cash Plan

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Option to purchase additional annual leave after qualifying period

• Cycle to work scheme (including e-bikes)

• Employee discount platform

• Access to Occupational Health support

• Comprehensive training and personalised development plan

• Workplace nursery benefit (subject to eligibility)

Equality and Inclusion

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone is respected and valued. All applicants will be considered based on their skills, experience, and suitability for the role.

Important Notes

All offers of employment are subject to background checks, including verification of identity, employment and address history, nationality, immigration status, and criminal record. For roles requiring Security Clearance, successful candidates must be willing and eligible to obtain clearance to the required level.