Production Planner

EMBS Engineering; Northampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precision engineering firm in Northampton is seeking an energetic Production Planner to enhance production efficiency. The role involves orchestrating demand within the MRP system, conducting capacity analyses, and engaging proactively with the shop floor. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in a similar role within the engineering or manufacturing sector. This position offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and excellent benefits, including a comprehensive pension scheme and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Shifts: Days

Performance-based bonus

35 days of annual leave

Non-contributory pension scheme

Private medical health scheme

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in a similar planning role within engineering/manufacturing.
• Proven experience in a machine manufacturing environment.
• Comfortable engaging with shop-floor operations.

Responsibilities

• Orchestrate customer demand within the MRP system.
• Conduct capacity analysis against customer forecasts.
• Monitor shop floor progress and address delays.
• Facilitate operational meetings for production review.
• Collaborate with procurement for timely material availability.

Skills

Planning & scheduling experience

Proactive approach

Strong engagement with shop-floor

Ability to identify bottlenecks

Experience with KPIs

Job description

EMBS Engineering is proud to partner with a leading precision engineering company in Northampton, a manufacturing specialist with a strong history of supplying complex, detailed, and safety-critical components to highly reputable organisations within the Motorsport, Automotive, and Aerospace markets.

We're seeking an energetic and enthusiastic Production Planner to join their team. This isn't just an administrative role; we're looking for someone proactive who can challenge existing processes, identify bottlenecks, and drive solutions in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Key Benefits On Offer

• Competitive Salary: Negotiable depending on experience
• Shifts: Days
• Opportunity for a performance‑based bonus
• 35 days of annual leave
• A comprehensive non‑contributory pension scheme
• Access to a private medical health scheme and life assurance

Your Responsibilities Include

• Orchestrate customer demand within the MRP system, ensuring production aligns with overall business goals
• Conduct a thorough capacity analysis against customer forecasts to optimise resource allocation
• Actively monitor shop floor progress, addressing delays and re‑prioritising tasks to maintain flow
• Facilitate regular operational meetings to review production status and resolve potential issues
• Collaborate closely with the procurement team to guarantee timely material availability for project completion

To Be Successful, You Must Possess

• Proven planning & scheduling experience in a machine manufacturing environment
• A proactive approach, comfortable with shop‑floor engagement
• Ability to challenge existing parameters, identify bottlenecks, and propose solutions
• Demonstrable experience working on KPIs such as OTIF Delivery, Quality, and Cost
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar planning role within engineering/manufacturing