Production Planner / MRP Controller Overview

We’re recruiting for a detail-driven Production Planner to coordinate manufacturing schedules using an MRP system, ensuring customer delivery commitments are met. This role plays a key part in aligning production, materials, and resources, working closely with internal teams across engineering, purchasing, and operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule production activities based on capacity and material availability
• Review engineering drawings and multi-level BOMs to support make vs buy decisions
• Monitor material supply and provide clear direction to Purchasing on requirements and timelines
• Identify and manage critical path items, ensuring any risks to schedule are addressed early
• Expedite materials where required to maintain production timelines
• Raise and manage accurate works orders to support manufacturing output
• Create and maintain production part numbers and manufacturing BOMs where needed
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders, highlighting any risks or delays
• Support pricing requests for spares linked to sales orders
• Attend planning, sales, and operations meetings to forecast workload and resource needs
• Contribute to KPI reporting, tracking planning performance vs actuals
• Act as a subject matter expert for the MRP system, supporting training and onboarding
• Build strong working relationships across all operational departments

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience using MRP or ERP systems within a manufacturing environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Strong understanding of multi-level Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Good knowledge of manufacturing processes
• Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Office and planning tools

Personal Attributes

• Able to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities
• Strong team player with a collaborative approach
• Process-driven, with a focus on continuous improvement
• Proactive problem solver with a solutions-focused mindset
• Accountable, with a strong commitment to delivering on time and within budget

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