Production Planner

FLIR Systems, Inc.; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in composites located in Ellesmere Port is seeking a Production Scheduler. The role involves creating and executing the Master Production Schedule, analyzing performance against operational KPIs, and developing capacity plans. Candidates should have an Advanced Level qualification, 1-3 years of manufacturing experience, and strong analytical skills. This position offers a dynamic work environment with significant growth opportunities.

Benefits

Salary-led pension plan matching employee contributions up to 7%

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Free life assurance cover

25 days holiday per annum

Holiday purchase scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Comprehensive wellbeing programme

Competitive employee discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Enhanced family-friendly benefits

Company sick pay

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Committee

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' experience working within a manufacturing environment.
• Comfortable leading discussions with peer groups.
• Good knowledge of scheduling processes.

Responsibilities

• Create and ensure execution of the Master Production Schedule.
• Analyze operational performance against the Production Schedule.
• Create forward looking Capacity Plans based on performance.

Skills

Scheduling and supply chain processes

Strong numerical and analytical skills

EXCEL knowledge and reporting

Education

Advanced Level qualification, or relevant equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Production Scheduler – Responsibilities

The Production Scheduler is responsible for creating and ensuring the tactical execution of the Master Production Schedule. The Production Scheduler will confirm/create the detailed plan of the workflow, created from the Master Schedule. This includes each “Customer Product Stream” by work centre/operation, establishing the detailed manufacturing lead times required to manufacture and assemble the required components. Detailed reporting and analysis of operational performance against the Production Schedule, covering all Supply Chain milestones of supply. This analysis includes plan v actual of all stakeholder and department KPIs, involved in the successful execution of the Production Schedule, identifying and offering recommendations where required and applicable. Working with the Operations, Purchasing, and Inventory Control Team(s), the Production Scheduler will report and recommend tactical solutions of any shortages to supply/demand, due to lack of material, resource or work centre utilisation. The Production Scheduler will be responsible for creating forward looking Capacity Plans (Finite) based on demonstrated performance and known opportunities/constraints, supporting a detailed GAP analysis to the Master Schedule.

Qualifications

• Advanced Level qualification, or relevant equivalent.
• 1‑3 years' experience working within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge and experience of working ERP systems.
• Comfortable leading discussions & debates with peer groups and within the Planning Team.
• Good knowledge of scheduling and supply chain processes.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• EXCEL knowledge and reporting.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

About the Company & Location

Based in Bromborough, Teledyne CML Composites is a fast growing manufacturer, supplying carbon/glass fibre composite parts and assemblies to some of the world's leading aircraft and aero engine producers. Operating across three distinct product groups namely commercial, defence and business jet products, this role is an opportunity to join a team putting the finishing touches to our highly technical products. The manufacturing facility houses some of the most advanced machining technology in Europe such as a multi axis NDT robotic machine, automated material cutting machine and multi axis CNC machining centres. Teledyne CML Composites has positioned itself, and is recognised as one of the world's leading suppliers in composites and supports the business strategy of continuous growth and technical innovation. With an orderbook extending out into the next decade, we are looking for new colleagues to join our thriving company.

Benefits

• Salary‑led pension plan that matches employee contributions up to 7%
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Free life assurance cover at the value of four times basic annual salary
• 25 days holiday per annum
• Holiday purchase scheme which enables employees to purchase an additional week's worth of annual leave each year
• Internal reward and recognition scheme linked to internal benefits platform
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Comprehensive wellbeing programme that supports employees with their physical, mental and financial health, as well as their cultural/environmental wellbeing
• Competitive employee discounts platform that provides employees with discounts with leading brands/retailers
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Enhanced family‑friendly benefits
• Company sick pay
• Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Committee that supports and champions employee diversity