Production Planner / Scheduler

Redline Group; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Redline Group in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, is seeking a Production Planner / Scheduler to optimise planning for PCBA manufacturing, align demand with capacity and manage materials.

You will develop master production schedules across SMT, robotic soldering, THT, box-build and test, drive line utilisation, coordinate MRP with Purchasing, release shop-floor packs and monitor KPIs such as OEE and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in production planning or scheduling within a manufacturing environment (ideally PCBA/EMS).
• Strong understanding of electronics manufacturing processes (SMT, reflow, robotic soldering, box-build, testing).
• Experience using MRP/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Epicor).
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) with strong analytical abilities.
• Knowledge of capacity planning, IPC quality standards, Lean Manufacturing/5S.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain master production schedules and daily/weekly plans across SMT, robotic soldering, THT, box-build assembly and test operations.
• Optimise machine changeovers, production sequencing and line utilisation to minimise downtime.
• Analyse production capacity and identify bottlenecks across labour, machinery and test equipment.
• Coordinate MRP requirements, ensuring components are available and kitted ahead of production.
• Work with Purchasing and suppliers to resolve component shortages and minimise delays.
• Release manufacturing orders, shop-floor packs and pick lists, coordinating daily production meetings and schedule changes.
• Monitor and report KPIs including schedule adherence, on-time delivery, manufacturing lead times and OEE.

Skills

Production planning

PCBA/EMS

MRP/ERP systems

Excel advanced

Lean & 5S

Capacity planning

Tools

SAP/Oracle/Epicor

Job description

A Production Planner / Scheduler is sought to join an innovative electronics manufacturing team in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, contributing to the efficient planning and scheduling of PCBA manufacturing operations.

The Production Planner / Scheduler, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, will be responsible for aligning customer demand with production capacity, material availability and delivery requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain master production schedules and daily/weekly plans across SMT, robotic soldering, THT, box-build assembly and test operations
• Optimise machine changeovers, production sequencing and line utilisation to minimise downtime
• Analyse production capacity and identify bottlenecks across labour, machinery and test equipment
• Coordinate material requirements planning (MRP), ensuring components and materials are available and kitted ahead of production
• Work with Purchasing and suppliers to resolve component shortages and minimise production delays
• Release manufacturing orders, shop-floor packs and pick lists, coordinating daily production meetings and schedule changes
• Monitor and report KPIs, including schedule adherence, on-time delivery, manufacturing lead times and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)

Key Skills

• Experience in production planning or scheduling within a manufacturing environment, ideally PCBA or EMS
• Strong understanding of electronics manufacturing processes, including SMT, reflow, robotic soldering, box-build and functional testing
• Experience using MRP/ERP systems, such as SAP, Oracle or Epicor
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Knowledge of production capacity planning, IPC quality standards and Lean Manufacturing/5S principles