Production Planner

Airbus; Belfast; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled professional to join their Programme Planning team in aerospace manufacturing. This role offers the chance to engage with various departments, enhance production efficiency, and build strong stakeholder relationships. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of technical and project management skills, along with a commitment to continuous learning and collaboration. Join a diverse team that values innovation and integrity, and take your career to new heights in a dynamic environment where your contributions truly matter.

Qualifications

• Minimum education of HNC/HND in Business or Operations.
• Experience in Production Scheduling is essential.
• Proficient in communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Master Production Scheduling and tactical planning.
• Perform capacity and resource calculations for production.
• Compile key performance indicators for business monitoring.

Skills

Production Scheduling

Project Management

Communication Skills

Capacity Calculations

Resource Management

Education

HNC/HND in Business or Operations

Tools

Google Suite

MS Office

Job description

Subject to the successful closing of the transaction with Spirit, after obtaining relevant regulatory approvals

Are you ready to be a key player in the fast-paced world of aerospace manufacturing?
Programme Planning is at the core of the Airbus Plant’s Multi-functional Team, where your ideas and expertise will help drive technical solutions across various departments.
In this role, you’ll have the unique opportunity to build meaningful relationships with stakeholders, contribute to the efficient production of cutting-edge aircraft, and take your career to new heights.
Join a diverse and inclusive team that values innovation and collaboration—your next career adventure starts here!

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM

The tasks will be varied and will require you to use different skills (technical, project management, communication, etc.) in order to complete them successfully.

These will include elements of:-

Master Production Scheduling (MPS).

Tactical planning & work package monitoring.

Capacity and resource calculations.

Planning assumption agreement.

Refinement and optimisation of the production build plans.

Recovery planning.

Compilation of key performance indicators (KPI’s) for reporting and monitoring of the business.

ABOUT YOU

Education to a minimum HNC/HND or equivalent in Business, Operations or similar subjects.

Experience of Production Scheduling

Proficiency in oral and written communication skills.

Able to interface with other functions in a production environment.

Experience of using Google suite and similar digital tools (e.g MS Office).

Collaborating well within a team

A keenness to learn and develop

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#SP_TRA

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Operations Limited

Job Description:

Subject to the successful closing of the transaction with Spirit, after obtaining relevant regulatory approvals

Are you ready to be a key player in the fast-paced world of aerospace manufacturing?
Programme Planning is at the core of the Airbus Plant’s Multi-functional Team, where your ideas and expertise will help drive technical solutions across various departments.
In this role, you’ll have the unique opportunity to build meaningful relationships with stakeholders, contribute to the efficient production of cutting-edge aircraft, and take your career to new heights.
Join a diverse and inclusive team that values innovation and collaboration—your next career adventure starts here!

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM

The tasks will be varied and will require you to use different skills (technical, project management, communication, etc.) in order to complete them successfully.

These will include elements of:-

• Master Production Scheduling (MPS).

• Tactical planning & work package monitoring.

• Capacity and resource calculations.

• Planning assumption agreement.

• Refinement and optimisation of the production build plans.

• Recovery planning.

• Scenario analysis.

• Compilation of key performance indicators (KPI’s) for reporting and monitoring of the business.

ABOUT YOU

• Education to a minimum HNC/HND or equivalent in Business, Operations or similar subjects.

• Experience of Production Scheduling

• Proficiency in oral and written communication skills.

• Able to interface with other functions in a production environment.

• Experience of using Google suite and similar digital tools (e.g MS Office).

• Collaborating well within a team

• A keenness to learn and develop

#LI-CG1

#SP_TRA

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Operations Limited

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Production Planning & Scheduling

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About Us

Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.

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