Production Controller

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Brighton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense technology firm in Brighton is seeking a Production Controller to manage customer accounts and ensure timely delivery of parts. The ideal candidate will have a minimum GSCE equivalent in Maths and English, strong teamwork and communication skills, and proficiency in MS Office. This role involves using MRP and CRP systems and requires attention to detail and effective time management. Competitive benefits package offered.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution

Life Assurance 4x salary

Flexible opt-in extras

Qualifications

• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work methodically and follow tasks to conclusion.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer accounts from enquiry to dispatch.
• Ensure parts are processed in a timely manner using MRP and CRP.
• Participate in meetings to provide information.
• Raise and manage works orders.
• Conduct stock control and participate in annual stock take.

Skills

Teamwork

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Proficiency in MS Office and Project

Education

Minimum GSCE Equivalent Level C in Maths and English

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title – Production Controller

Job Location – Brighton

Job ID – 31301

About this opportunity and L3Harris UK

From 11 UK sites, our team of nearly 1,000 people delivers unique capabilities across space, air, land, sea and cyber for military, security and commercial customers across the UK and worldwide.

L3Harris in Brighton are part of Release Systems and the Mission Avionics sector operating in the Aerospace domain. Our mission‑critical release systems equipment is on most major airborne fighter platforms worldwide, including the F‑35, along with other aircraft like the Gripen and Typhoon. Brighton designs, manufactures and tests a large portion of its release systems portfolio. This facility offers 48,500 square feet of manufacturing space for the development of high‑performance, multi‑station solutions used to launch air‑to‑air and air‑to‑ground munitions from bay, wing or fuselage stations.

A few of our employee benefits are:

• 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), increasing with long service and with the opportunity to buy/sell up to 5 days
• Private medical insurance with optional family cover
• Pension scheme of up to 7% employer contribution
• Life Assurance 4x salary (flexible up to 10x)
• Group income protection
• Flexible opt‑in extras such as a health care cash plan, dental insurance, gym membership, critical illness cover and cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance program providing mental health and wellbeing support
• Professional membership reimbursement (discretionary)

What the role will involve

Reporting to the Production Control Manager, the Production Controller would be responsible for the day to day management of customer accounts through the process from enquiry to dispatch. This involves use of both MRP and CRP, liaising with internal departments to ensure accurate and on time delivery.

The responsibilities of your role will include the following:

• Using MRP and CRP to ensure parts are processed through machine shop and assembly in a timely manner.
• Participating in shortage meetings and contract review meetings to give accurate information to internal and external customers.
• Providing information to programme managers and external customers as required.
• Raising works orders and passing these through both manufacturing and stores.
• Stock control and administration of works orders for several accounts.
• Annual participation in Stock Take.

What you’ll bring

The role requires the following experience and skills:

• Minimum GSCE Equivalent Level C in Maths and English.
• Works well in a team environment and can communicate effectively to internal and external customers.
• Capable of managing a number of tasks simultaneously without compromising accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work methodically and to follow tasks to conclusion.
• Good communication skills and excellent computer skills in MS Office and Project

Important to know

Applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment must meet the requirement of right to work in the UK.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and offers equal opportunities for all. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.