Production Controller

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Brighton is seeking a Production Controller to manage customer accounts from enquiry to dispatch. The ideal candidate will have strong teamwork and communication skills, be able to manage multiple tasks effectively, and have a minimum GCSE Equivalent Level C in Maths and English. The role involves using MRP and CRP systems to ensure timely processing and participating in meetings for accurate information sharing. This position offers numerous benefits including private medical insurance and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Private medical insurance

Up to 7% employer pension contribution

Flexible health benefits

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Must communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Capable of managing multiple tasks without compromising accuracy.
• Ability to follow tasks to conclusion in an organized manner.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer accounts from enquiry to dispatch.
• Use MRP and CRP to ensure timely processing.
• Participate in meetings to provide accurate information.
• Raise work orders and carry out stock control.
• Participate in annual stock takes.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Computer skills in MS Office and Project

Education

Minimum GCSE Equivalent Level C in Maths and English

Job description

About L3Harris

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 Overview

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 is 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.

Benefits

• 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 programme providing mental health and wellbeing support
• Professional membership reimbursement (discretionary)

Role Responsibilities

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.

• 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.

Qualifications

The role requires the following experience and skills:

• Minimum GCSE 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.