Production Expeditor and Analyst

Round-Peg Solutions; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global aerospace and defence manufacturer is seeking a Production Expeditor to join their dynamic manufacturing team in Farnborough, UK. This 6-month contract role involves supporting production planning and operations, coordinating order flow, and maintaining ERP/MRP systems. Ideal candidates will have experience in production planning, strong analytical and communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Apply today to join a leader in high-precision sensors.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in production planning or expediting roles.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Striking organisational and prioritisation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with production teams to ensure accurate dates and deliverables.
• Facilitate smooth flow of orders and materials.
• Analyse production performance data and identify trends.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Analytical capability

Problem-solving

Tools

ERP / MRP systems

Job description

Are you a Production Expeditor ready to join a world-renowned aerospace and defence manufacturer? We are exclusively partnering with AUXITROL WESTON, a global leader in high-precision temperature, speed and pressure sensors, to find an Expeditor who will play a key role within their dynamic manufacturing team.

Expeditor Role Summary

Reporting to the Planning & SIOP Manager, the Production Expeditor & Analyst works closely with production planning and operations teams to support improved work order performance. The role focuses on progressing orders, strengthening cross-team communication, analysing operational data, and supporting accurate production planning.

This is a 6 Month, Fixed-Term Contract, working onsite in Farnborough, UK.

Expeditor Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate with production teams to confirm accurate dates and deliverables based on planning outputs.
• Report findings to the planning team to ensure production plans remain realistic and up to date.
• Facilitate smooth flow of orders and materials across the business to ensure timely completion of operations.
• Gather and validate production data, including relevant ERP parameter updates.
• Analyse production performance data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Ensure ERP / MRP systems are accurately maintained and fully utilised for effective planning and production.
• Support the Planning Manager in developing and monitoring planning KPIs (e.g., OTIF, work orders, forecast accuracy, arrears, inventory turns).

Core Value Driver Alignment (3 P’s)

• Value-Based Pricing
• Profitable New Business
• Productivity

Expeditor Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a similar expediting or production planning role.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Persistent, proactive, and tenacious approach to resolving issues.
• Strong analytical and mathematical capability for data analysis and problem-solving.
• Understanding of SIOP inputs and processes.
• ERP / MRP system experience desirable.
• Knowledge of key metrics used within a production environment.

Apply Today!

Apply today to be part of a global aerospace leader with manufacturing, R&D and repair operations across the UK, France, Mexico, the US and Singapore.

We will respond to applications within 1 working day.