Production Planner

Omega Resource Group; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense firm based in Gloucester is seeking a highly organized Production Planner to join their Operations team. This critical role involves managing production schedules to meet customer demands and driving continuous improvement. The ideal candidate should have experience in production planning and possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills. A relevant Bachelor's degree or at least 3 years' experience is required. Candidates must be eligible for security clearance and work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in production planning, scheduling, or manufacturing operations, ideally within Aerospace, Defence, or other regulated industries.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and maintain detailed production schedules.
• Work closely with Material Planners, Engineering, and Operations teams.
• Monitor production performance and proactively adjust plans.
• Analyse demand forecasts, historical data, and capacity models.

Skills

Production planning

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Stakeholder management

Lean Manufacturing principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related discipline

3+ years' experience in production planning or scheduling

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Details

Location: Gloucester (On-site)

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 37 hours per week

Department: Operations - Planning & Logistics

Overview

Our client, a global leader in Aerospace & Defence manufacturing, is seeking a highly organised and analytical Production Planner to join their Operations team. This role is critical in ensuring production schedules are optimised to meet customer demand, contractual obligations, and operational capacity within a highly regulated manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating production activity, supporting on-time delivery, and driving continuous improvement across planning and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and maintain detailed production schedules aligned to customer demand, inventory levels, and manufacturing capacity.
• Work closely with Material Planners, Engineering, and Operations teams to ensure materials availability and smooth workflow across production.
• Monitor production performance and proactively adjust plans to mitigate risks, resolve bottlenecks, and maintain delivery commitments.
• Analyse demand forecasts, historical data, and capacity models to anticipate future production requirements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of production plans, inventory, and work-in-progress within ERP systems.
• Collaborate with Process and Quality Engineering teams to support continuous improvement initiatives, improving efficiency and reducing waste.
• Communicate clearly with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on priorities, schedules, and delivery timelines.
• Support new product introductions (NPI), engineering changes, and updates to production plans.
• Provide planning support for customer-facing discussions when required.
• Undertake additional reasonable duties in line with the role.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in production planning, scheduling, or manufacturing operations, ideally within Aerospace, Defence, or other regulated industries.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies is desirable.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline
• OR
• Minimum 3+ years' experience in a production planning or scheduling role.

Additional Information

Due to the nature of the industry, candidates will be required to undergo security clearance and must have the right to work in the UK.

Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors