Production Controller

Orion Electrotech - Engineering & Technical; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Electrotech - Engineering & Technical is seeking a Production Controller in High Wycombe to help keep manufacturing running smoothly in a regulated environment. You will work with procurement, quality and production teams to align materials, resources and schedules, solving problems and driving operational performance.

The role offers a long‑term opportunity within a growing manufacturing organisation, with a focus on on-time delivery, quality, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in production control or manufacturing operations.
• Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 standards.
• Experience in aerospace/defence industries advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Monitor production orders to ensure on-time delivery and budget.
• Coordinate with procurement and supply chain for material availability.
• Manage inventory levels and support materials control.
• Update production plans reflecting changing priorities and resource availability.
• Collaborate with production, quality and design teams to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Production control

MRP/ERP

ISO 9001

Materials management

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Looking for an opportunity to play a key role in keeping production running efficiently within a highly regulated manufacturing environment?

We're working with a well-established engineering manufacturer looking to add a Production Controller to their team. This Production Controller role offers the opportunity to join a company known for delivering specialist products into safety-critical industries where quality, precision and on-time delivery are essential.

As a Production Controller, you'll be joining a collaborative manufacturing environment, working closely with procurement, quality and production teams to ensure materials, resources and schedules are aligned. This Production Controller position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving problems, managing priorities and driving operational performance.

Role and Responsibilities

• Monitoring production orders to ensure they are completed on time and within budget
• Coordinating with procurement and supply chain teams to ensure material availability
• Managing inventory levels and supporting efficient materials control
• Updating production plans to reflect changing priorities and resource availability
• Working closely with production, quality and design teams to resolve issues and support continuous improvement initiatives

This Production Controller position offers variety and the opportunity to make an impact within the team.

Key Requirements

• Previous experience within production control or manufacturing operations
• Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems
• Understanding of production workflows and materials management
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 standards

Experience within aerospace, defence or other high-precision manufacturing environments would be advantageous.

What They Can Offer You

• Salary: £30,000
• Location: High Wycombe

This Production Controller role is ideal for someone looking for a long-term opportunity within a growing manufacturing organisation.

We thank you for your application in advance. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, unfortunately, we are not able to respond to every application personally; therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.