Production Controller – Space & Advanced Manufacturing

SII Group UK; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Employer pension

Private medical

Life cover

Income protection

25 days holiday

Sick pay 10 days

Cycle to work

Udemy access

Job summary

SII UK is seeking an experienced Production Controller to support a leading organisation in the space and advanced manufacturing sector. Working on the shop floor, you will monitor production progress, coordinate across stakeholders, and drive actions to ensure on-time delivery and operational excellence.

The role requires strong knowledge of production control, SAP or similar ERP systems, and excellent analytical and communication skills within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of production control and manufacturing operations.
• Knowledge of KPIs and production monitoring techniques.
• Experience using SAP or similar ERP/MRP systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work autonomously within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Organised, methodical, and detail-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily production activities and track manufacturing progress against schedules.
• Ensure work orders are complete, accurate, and ready for execution.
• Verify manufacturing readiness, including material availability, documentation, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate activities between production teams, planning functions, and supply chain stakeholders.
• Identify production constraints, delays, and bottlenecks, escalating issues where required.
• Support the implementation of mitigation and recovery plans to maintain programme delivery targets.
• Analyse and report production performance using relevant industrial KPIs.
• Facilitate and lead daily shopfloor routines and operational meetings.
• Work closely with manufacturing teams to resolve operational issues and improve workflow efficiency.
• Support internal reviews, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, company procedures, and manufacturing processes.

Skills

Production control

Manufacturing operations

ERP/MRP systems

Problem-solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Autonomous working

Continuous improvement

Organization

Tools

SAP

Job description

SII UK is seeking an experienced Production Controller to support a leading organisation in the space and advanced manufacturing sector. Working on the shop floor, you will monitor production progress, coordinate across stakeholders, and drive actions to ensure on-time delivery and operational excellence.

The role requires strong knowledge of production control, SAP or similar ERP systems, and excellent analytical and communication skills within a fast-paced environment.