Operations Planner

IO Associates; Luton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace & defense manufacturer in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Operations Planner to enhance production efficiency and optimize workflows. This role requires developing detailed manufacturing plans while scheduling production based on customer demands and ensuring timely availability of parts. Ideal candidates thrive in fast-paced, high-mix environments and possess strong problem-solving skills. Join this growing organization to contribute to the delivery of high-quality, precision-engineered products on schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience in production planning within aerospace or complex manufacturing environments.
• Strong analytical skills to develop manufacturing plans and troubleshoot production issues.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-mix, low-volume settings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed manufacturing plans for aerospace components.
• Schedule and prioritize production orders based on customer demand.
• Collaborate with procurement to ensure timely availability of parts.
• Monitor WIP and proactively resolve any production hurdles.

Skills

Production efficiency

Workflow optimization

Collaboration with engineering teams

Scheduling and prioritizing

Capacity planning

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Job Description

Operations Planner

A leading aerospace & defence manufacturer is expanding and looking for an experienced Operations Planner to help drive production efficiency, optimise workflow and ensure customers receive high-quality, precision-engineered products on time.

This is a key role within a growing organisation and perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-mix, low-volume environment and enjoys working closely with engineering, manufacturing and supply chain teams.

As an Operations Planner, you will be responsible for shaping and maintaining the manufacturing plan, ensuring resources are aligned and production runs smoothly. Your duties will include:

• Developing and maintaining detailed manufacturing plans and routings for aerospace components and assemblies
• Scheduling and prioritising production orders based on customer demand and delivery deadlines
• Working with procurement and materials teams to secure timely availability of parts, tooling and consumables
• Monitoring WIP and proactively resolving bottlenecks or delays
• Collaborating with engineering to address deviations, rework and non-conformance issues
• Supporting capacity planning, resource allocation and load levelling across production cells
• Maintaining accurate data in ERP/MRP systems
• Driving co...