Production Scheduler

Curtiss-Wright Corporation; Guildford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Production Scheduler, where your expertise in scheduling and resource planning will play a vital role in manufacturing operations. You will collaborate with team leaders and managers to ensure high-quality products are delivered on time while promoting efficiency and innovation. With a commitment to safety and customer success, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to critical applications in regulated markets. If you are detail-oriented and motivated, this is the perfect chance to grow your career in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in production scheduling, especially in manufacturing environments.
• Eligibility through BPSS application; British Nationality required.

Responsibilities

• Producing and maintaining schedules for the production teams.
• Ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products.

Skills

Time Management

Task Prioritization

Production Scheduling

Leadership Skills

Adaptability

Education

GCSEs or equivalent in Science, Maths, and English

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP/MRP Systems

Job description

The Production Scheduler is responsible for scheduling manufacturing work, focusing on capacity and resource planning. They will oversee the progress of ‘live’ Manufacturing Orders through Operations, collaborating closely with Operations Team Leaders and Managers.

Location: Wimborne, UK

Responsibilities include:

1. Producing and maintaining schedules for the production teams.
2. Ensuring the delivery of high-quality products on time, meeting customer requirements.
3. Providing real-time schedule updates to Operations/Project Managers and Leads, highlighting potential risks and recommending work-arounds.
4. Assisting in key make/buy decisions with Planning, Procurement, and Production teams to maximize value and profitability.
5. Promoting departmental efficiency through innovation and waste reduction.
6. Providing weekly reports on production performance versus forecasts.
7. Performing other duties as required by the business.

What You Bring:

• Eligibility through BPSS application; British Nationality required for security compliance.
• Excellent time management and task prioritization skills.
• Educational background including GCSEs or equivalent in Science, Maths, and English.
• Experience in production scheduling; manual scheduling experience advantageous.
• Experience in manufacturing environments (nuclear, defence, aerospace) desirable.
• Methodical, organized, and detail-oriented approach.
• Motivated with leadership and influencing skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, Outlook, and Visio.
• Experience with BoMs and manufacturing routings in ERP/MRP systems.
• Adaptability to changing priorities and willingness to work extended hours if needed.

About Us: Curtiss-Wright, a leader in engineering and manufacturing for heavily regulated markets, develops sensors and control solutions for harsh environments and mission-critical applications. We prioritize safety and customer success.

Note: No unsolicited agency submissions. Agency partners must be invited by our Talent Acquisition Team with signed terms. Resumes sent directly to employees or affiliates will not be considered for fee payment.

Compliance: The role may involve exposure to export-controlled information, requiring additional security screening. Ineligibility to access such information may affect employment offers.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. Accommodations available upon request during recruitment and assessment processes.

About Us

Join the WRIGHT Team!

With over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is a diversified industrial company focused on high-performance platforms and critical applications across aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. Our core values include leadership, customer focus, teamwork, respect, and integrity. We offer opportunities for challenging work, professional growth, and a collaborative environment.