Line Planner – Production Control 6679

First Base Employment; Worcester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing firm in Worcester is seeking a Line Planner for Production Control to manage the A-line plan and coordinate production activities. The role requires strong communication and IT skills, with a focus on efficiency and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have experience with ERP systems and a background in manufacturing. Salary ranges from £31,300 to £39,800 depending on experience. Interested applicants should contact Zee Powell at [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced production environment is essential.
• Understanding of how ERP integrates with the physical production environment.

Responsibilities

• Own the A-line plan for the assigned machine line.
• Coordinate activities to support efficient production flow.
• Manage expectations for new options entering the assembly process.
• Lead modifications to drive improvements in line efficiency.
• Confirm material availability and highlight risks to the Planning Manager.

Skills

Strong communication and coordination skills

Advanced IT proficiency

High level of ownership and accountability

Excellent problem-solving ability

Strong planning and organisational skills

Understanding of ERP systems

Tools

Microsoft AX

Job description

Line Planner – Production Control 6679

Location: Worcester

Hours: Day Shift, Monday to Friday

Salary: £31,300 – £39,800 DOE

Key Responsibilities of a Line Planner – Production Control

• Own the A-line plan for the assigned machine line, ensuring alignment with operational priorities and delivery targets.
• Represent the product group in key daily meetings (MOD meeting, New Option meeting, morning production meeting, pre-firm check meeting).
• Coordinate activities across ICs, EDM and PMC to support efficient production flow.
• Manage expectations for new options entering the assembly process to minimise disruption and maximise efficiency.
• Lead modifications affecting your product group to drive improvements in line efficiency and output.
• Act as the first point of contact for YMX, providing updates on open slots, sequence approvals and delivery confirmations.
• Confirm material availability following specification or sequence changes and highlight risks to the Planning Manager.
• Resolve preferential origin issues impacting the build or export process.
• Approve and communicate sequence changes, escalating to the Planning Manager where required.
• Proactively manage open machine slots with YMX to optimise line capacity and customer delivery performance.
• Ensure customer delivery dates are achievable and maintained through continuous monitoring of the production plan.
• Support and validate option costing with accurate and timely input for commercial and production alignment.

Key Skills of a Line Planner – Production Control

Essential

• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Advanced IT proficiency with the ability to interpret and analyse data effectively.
• High level of ownership, accountability and confidence in decision‑making.
• Excellent problem‑solving ability, particularly under pressure in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Understanding of ERP systems (ideally Microsoft AX).
• Good appreciation of how the physical production environment integrates with ERP activities.

Desirable

• Experience with engineering change management, modification control or new product introduction.
• Understanding of preferential origin rules and their impact on production/export.
• Previous experience in a sales coordination or customer‑facing environment.
• Background in manufacturing or assembly operations.
• Knowledge of material planning principles and production structures.

Application Details

To apply for this role, please email your CV to [e-mail] or call Zee Powell on 01453 755330.

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