Production Controller

Sulzer; Churwell; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days’ holiday

Company-wide bonus scheme

Medicash Health Cash Plan

Defined pension contribution

Onsite gym

Free parking with EV charging

Job summary

Sulzer, a leading engineering company, invites applications for a Production Controller at our Leeds site. You will play a crucial role in planning, scheduling and delivering customer projects, ensuring readiness of drawings, tooling and materials, and expediting if needed.

The role requires strong SAP knowledge and a proven track record in manufacturing environments. You will collaborate across functions to achieve On-Time Delivery and maintain data integrity, contributing to a high‑quality,

Qualifications

• Experience in production control, planning or scheduling within manufacturing or project-driven environments.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation abilities with attention to detail.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving capabilities in fast-paced settings.
• Excellent communication to influence and collaborate across functions.

Responsibilities

• Release and manage production orders per capacity and priorities.
• Select routing methodologies to maximise throughput and reduce bottlenecks.
• Monitor progress and identify risks to delivery schedules.
• Support On-Time Delivery targets across manufacturing operations.
• Ensure availability of drawings, docs, tooling and materials before work starts.
• Expedite shortages, transfers and transport requirements.
• Maintain SAP production and inventory data integrity.
• Manage production/non-material orders and related transactions.
• Resolve goods movement exceptions (COGI, ZMIGO-ERROR).
• Support accurate WIP management and stock issuance.
• Ensure data supports reliable reporting and financial accuracy.

Skills

Production control

Production planning

Manufacturing scheduling

SAP knowledge

Organisational skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

SAP

Job description

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.About the roleAt Sulzer, innovation and excellence are at the heart of everything we do. Our Leeds site is an Advanced Pump Design and Manufacturing Facility and a recognised centre of excellence within our global network. From this facility, we engineer and manufacture some of the largest and most complex pump packages in the world, supporting critical infrastructure projects across the energy, water, industrial and renewable sectors worldwide.Due to recently secured major orders and continued growth, we are looking for a Production Controller to join our Operations team and play a critical role in ensuring the successful planning, scheduling and delivery of customer projects.What You'll Be DoingRelease and manage production orders in line with manufacturing capacity and project priorities.Select appropriate routing methodologies to maximise throughput and minimise production bottlenecks.Monitor production progress and proactively identify risks to delivery schedules.Participate in daily production planning and scheduling activities.Support the achievement of On-Time Delivery (OTD) targets across the manufacturing operation.Ensure all manufacturing activities are fully prepared before work commences.Verify availability of engineering drawings, manufacturing documentation, tooling, fixtures, materials and production kits.Expedite material shortages, stock transfers, outsourced operations and transport requirements.Maintain the integrity and accuracy of SAP production and inventory data.Manage production orders, non-material orders and associated transactions.Resolve goods movement exceptions, including COGI and ZMIGO-ERROR transactions.Support accurate WIP management, stock issuing and production order closure activities.Ensure system data supports reliable reporting, inventory control and financial accuracy.What We're Looking ForExperience in Production Control, Production Planning, Manufacturing Scheduling or a similar operational role.Strong experience working within a manufacturing, engineering or project-driven production environment.Working knowledge of SAP, including production order and inventory management processes.Excellent organisational, coordination and prioritisation skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across multiple functions.High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.What we offer youWe’ve recently invested significantly in modernising our Leeds facility — creating a brighter, more efficient, and more advanced workspace designed to support high‑quality work and a great employee experience. Alongside our upgraded facilities, you’ll benefit from:Core BenefitsA competitive salaryA company-wide bonus schemeMedicash Health Cash Plan (covering everyday healthcare expenses such as dental, optical and GP services)33 days’ holidayDefined pension contributionEmployee Assistance ProgrammesDiscounts on shopping, entertainment & lifestyleCostco membership optionDiscounted personal car leasing for you, family & friendsLong Service AwardsOngoing learning through Sulzer Learning PathwaysArmed Forces Support – As a Silver Award holder of the MoD Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, we actively support veterans, reservists and Cadet Adult Volunteers. This includes policies that enable time for training, camps and deployment, alongside access to a growing internal military network.Onsite PerksFree, secure parking with EV chargingMulti-faith prayer roomNewly modernised work areasLively Sports & Social Club with events & prize draws24/7 onsite gymSubsidised vending machinesSubsidised Canteen offering hot and cold foodWorking PatternThis role is primarily site-based in Leeds, reflecting its close connection to our operations and team collaboration. However, we take a positive and flexible approach to ways of working, recognising the importance of balance and autonomy, so ad-hoc home working can be supported where appropriate. Alongside this, we offer a 37-hour working week with a flexi-time policy, giving you the ability to bank hours and take them back as service leave, helping you manage your time in a way that works best for you.Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.