MRO Production Planner

Marshall of Cambridge Aerospace Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days holiday

Pension contributions matched up to 9%

Flexible benefits package

Job summary

Marshall of Cambridge Aerospace Ltd is seeking an experienced MRO Production Planner to help optimise capacity planning across our maintenance programmes.

Working within a small, collaborative team, you will develop and implement effective capacity planning strategies, processes and procedures, using ERP/MRP systems to optimise resources, improve operational performance and drive greater efficiency across our MRO operations.

Qualifications

• A degree in Engineering or Business (preferred).
• Qualify with Six Sigma or Lean certifications or equivalent.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to present insights clearly.

Responsibilities

• Maximise efficiency and utilisation of available plant hours, incorporating planned maintenance cycles.
• Lead material demand planning and stock control activities.
• Own and develop capacity planning capabilities across the organisation.
• Ensure full integration of capacity planning within ERP/MRP systems.
• Drive capacity planning activities to meet operational requirements while optimising manufacturing efficiency and cost.
• Continuously refine systems and planning methods to better anticipate customer needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Self-motivation

Education

Engineering or Business degree

Six Sigma/Lean qualification

Tools

MS Office

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Why join Marshall in this role?

We are looking for an experienced MRO Production Planner to join our team and play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of our aircraft maintenance programmes. Working within a small, collaborative team, you will develop and implement effective capacity planning strategies, processes and procedures, using ERP/MRP systems to optimise resources, improve operational performance and drive greater efficiency across our MRO operations. This is an opportunity to make a real impact by helping us improve how we plan, manage and deliver our maintenance activities in a dynamic aerospace environment.

Responsibilities

• Maximise efficiency and utilisation of available plant hours, incorporating planned maintenance cycles
• Lead material demand planning and stock control activities
• Own and develop capacity planning capabilities across the organisation
• Ensure full integration of capacity planning within ERP/MRP systems
• Drive capacity planning activities to meet operational requirements while optimising manufacturing efficiency and cost
• Continuously refine systems and planning methods to better anticipate customer needs and support tender and PCAF stages
• Manage and mitigate deviations from plan, particularly those with financial impact
• Monitor manufacturing processes and data to identify capacity constraints, trends, and improvement opportunities

Requirements

• A degree in Engineering or Business (preferred), or equivalent qualifications such as Six Sigma or Lean
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present reports and insights clearly
• Good working knowledge of MS Office applications
• A self-motivated approach, with the ability to deliver accurate work to tight deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Are you eligible for a guaranteed interview? If you identify as disabled under the Disability Confident Scheme, a care leaver, have experience in care, or are a member/veteran of the armed forces, you may qualify.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and remuneration package including, 27 days holiday, pension contributions matched up to 9% Flexible benefits package

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Marshall Group is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Respect at Work

We are striving to create an inclusive workplace culture built on trust, accountability, collaboration, and improvement - an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive, free from bullying, harassment, and discrimination. Fostering a positive culture is key to our individual and shared success.

Marshall is an independent, family-owned UK company with a diverse portfolio of businesses and a shared commitment to keeping our customers moving forward. Whether that is supporting global armed forces to deliver mission-critical activities, keeping the UK distribution industry on the road, creating new, sustainable communities where people can live and thrive, or developing the next generations of industry talent - we are incredibly proud to have been building extraordinary futures since 1909. Headquartered in Cambridge, we currently employ around 2,000 people across locations in the UK, Northern Europe, North America and the UAE.