Production Planning Manager

3sixty Resourcing Ltd; Huntingdonshire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment consultancy is seeking a Production Planning Manager in Cambridgeshire. In this full-time role, you will allocate labor, maintain compliance with certification standards, and oversee workshop management. The ideal candidate has proven experience in production planning and strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £55k, benefits like private medical, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Pension scheme

Private Medical

Qualifications

• Proven experience in production planning, workshop management, or supervisory roles.
• Experience leading teams in engineering manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Ability to interpret fabrication drawings.

Responsibilities

• Allocate labour efficiently in collaboration with the Workshop Manager.
• Maintain and update the Training Matrix and coordinate staff training schedules.
• Oversight of CE/CA and Welding Certification compliance.

Skills

Production planning

Team leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Production Planning Manager — Full time, Permanent — Cambridgeshire — Up to £55k DOE + Private Medical

What’s involved

• Allocate labour efficiently in collaboration with the Workshop Manager.
• Maintain and update the Training Matrix, coordinating staff training schedules.
• Oversee CE/CA and Welding Certification compliance and maintain the Welding Matrix.
• Resolve site issues alongside Project Managers.
• Plan, coordinate, and log PAT testing schedules.
• Organise HIAB deliveries and ensure full compliance.
• Coordinate delivery schedules with the Projects Coordinator.
• Manage lifting equipment and ladder inspections, logging outcomes accurately.
• File and track incoming fabrication and installation packs.
• Ensure job compliance and maintain accurate logs.
• Liaise with the Health & Safety team to maintain safety standards.
• Maintain on-call and call-out rotas.
• Review weekly timesheets for payroll and invoicing accuracy.
• Manage employee holiday requests efficiently.
• Monitor and improve workshop systems and processes.
• Provide cover for the Workshop Manager when required.

What you’ll need

• Proven experience in production planning, workshop management, or supervisory roles.
• Experience leading teams within an engineering manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Ability to interpret fabrication drawings.
• Knowledge of steel fabrication techniques and welding processes is advantageous.
• Familiarity with CE/CA or BS manufacturing standards.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of health & safety procedures and quality standards.
• Ability to problem-solve and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £55k DOE
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Full-time, permanent role. Monday to Friday, 07:00 - 16:30 (45 hours per week).
• Pension scheme
• Private Medical
• Modern workshop with a long-term project pipeline
• Stable, growing company offering career progression

If you\'re looking for an opportunity to take your career to the next level with a reputable company, apply now to join this dynamic team.

Please note: Applications from outside the UK will not be considered.

3Sixty Resourcing Ltd is an independent recruitment consultancy based in Peterborough, specializing in permanent and contract staffing solutions across a range of sectors, including Office, Engineering, Technical, Manufacturing, and Construction