Security-Cleared Production Planner – Precision Manufacturing

Searchability NS&D; Normanton on Trent; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Searchability NS&D in Reading is seeking an experienced Production Planner to maintain the Master Production Schedule and ensure forecasted dates and requirements are accurate. You will coordinate with manufacturing, supply chain and suppliers to balance production workloads and uphold delivery promises.

The role emphasizes lean planning, Kanban and continuous improvement, with a strong focus on KPIs and data-driven decision making.

Qualifications

• Experience in production planning within manufacturing or engineering.
• Knowledge of machining processes and manufacturing routes.
• Experience planning with MRP/ERP systems and KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Master Production Schedule and ensure forecast dates are accurate.
• Plan manufacturing methods considering time, cost and quality.
• Monitor material availability and resolve planning challenges across teams.

Skills

Production Planning

MRP/ERP

Lean Planning

Kanban

Forecasting

Stakeholder Management

Cross-functional Collaboration

KPI Analysis

Tools

MRP/ERP software

Job description

Searchability NS&D in Reading is seeking an experienced Production Planner to maintain the Master Production Schedule and ensure forecasted dates and requirements are accurate. You will coordinate with manufacturing, supply chain and suppliers to balance production workloads and uphold delivery promises.

The role emphasizes lean planning, Kanban and continuous improvement, with a strong focus on KPIs and data-driven decision making.