Line Planner (Production Control)

Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd; Wychavon; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a Line Planner to manage the production plan for a dedicated machine line in Worcester. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and organizational skills, and experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Benefits include 25 days of holiday, overtime pay, and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays

X2 Salary Life Insurance Package

Aviva Pension

Free Uniform

Free Parking

Subsidised Restaurant on site

Overtime pay rates

Qualifications

• High level of ownership and accountability.
• Confidence to make and drive decisions.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Own the A-line plan for your machine line.
• Manage expectations for new options in the assembly process.
• Approve and communicate sequence changes.

Skills

Strong communication and coordination skills

Advanced IT Skills

Problem-solving skills

Planning and organisational skills

Understanding of ERP systems

Job description

Line Planner (Production Control)

Worcester Based

£31,301 - 39,773

Band 7 - 9

About the Job

The Company

Our client, Yamazaki Mazak is a leading global manufacturing company based in Worcester.

This is an excellent opportunity to work for a market leading Machine Tool manufacturer who have been at the forefront of the industry for many years.

Jonathan Lee Workforce Solutions are the preferred supplier to Mazak.

We are seeking an organised and assertive Line Planner to take ownership of the production plan for a dedicated machine line. As the key representative for your product group, you will be responsible for ensuring the assembly line operates efficiently on time, and in line with customer expectations. You'll work cross-functionally to manage change, coordinate activities, and drive continuous improvement.

This role reports directly to the Production Control Manager.

Job Description

• Own the A-line plan for your machine line, ensuring alignment with operational priorities and delivery targets.
• Represent your product group in daily meetings such as MOD meeting, New Option meeting, morning production meeting & Pre-firm check meeting.
• Coordinate activities within the product group to support smooth and efficient production flow.
• Manage expectations for new options to ensure minimal disruption and maximum efficiency during introduction to the assembly process.
• Lead modifications that impact your product group with the goal of improving line efficiency and output.
• Act as the first point of contact for facilitating communication around open slots, sequence approvals, and delivery confirmations.
• Confirm material availability following specification or sequence changes and inform the Planning Manager of any risks.
• Resolve preferential origin issues that could impact the build or export process.
• Approve and communicate sequence changes, escalating to the Planning Manager when required.
• Ensure customer delivery dates are achievable and upheld through continuous plan monitoring and risk mitigation.
• Support and validate option costing, providing accurate and timely input to ensure commercial and production alignment.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

• Strong communication and coordination skills
• Advanced IT Skills and the ability to interpret and analyse data effectively.
• High level of ownership and accountability, with the confidence to make and drive decisions.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Understanding of ERP systems (preferably Microsoft AX).
• Demonstrated understanding of the importance of the integration between the physical world and the ERP system.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience with engineering change management, modification control, or new product introduction.
• Familiarity with preferential origin rules and how they impact production/export.
• Experience in a customer‑facing or sales coordination environment.
• Background in a manufacturing or assembly environment with knowledge of shop floor operations.
• Knowledge of material planning principles & production structures.

The Reward

• Join a successful, multi‑national manufacturing company.
• Excellent career potential.
• 25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays.
• X2 Salary Life Insurance Package and Well Being Programmes.
• Aviva Pension.
• Free Uniform.
• Free Parking.
• Subsidised Restaurant on site.
• Working hours are Monday to Friday 8.15am to 4.30pm.
• Overtime is paid at Time 1/3 first 2 hours then Time 1/2 thereafter each day. Saturday is Time 1/2 and Sunday Double Time.

If this Line Planner role sounds like the right opportunity for you then please call to discuss further or email me at

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.