Production Planner

Production Planner / Material Planner

Location: Farnborough (4 days on-site)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: Until 30/06/2026 (with potential for extension or permanent placement)
Rate: £24.66/hour PAYE | £33.00/hour Umbrella
Security Clearance: BPSS+ (completed by client)

Our Client is a pioneering force in aerospace innovation, developing cutting-edge High Altitude Platform Station (HAPS) technology. Their solar-electric aircraft operates at over 60,000 feet, offering ultra-long-endurance connectivity and Earth observation capabilities from the stratosphere.

They are seeking a Production Planner / Material Planner to join their dynamic manufacturing operations team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a world-leading aerospace programme and be part of a visionary team shaping the future of stratospheric flight.

Key Responsibilities:

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and maintain production schedules aligned with customer demand and resource availability.
• Manage production orders and material requisitions using ERP systems (D365).
• Monitor capacity and adjust schedules to meet deadlines.

Inventory Management

• Track inventory levels and coordinate material movement to avoid shortages or excess.
• Use MRP tools to ensure timely procurement of parts and materials.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Generate reports to monitor KPIs such as delivery performance and inventory turnover.
• Analyse demand trends to forecast future production needs.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Liaise with engineering, procurement, and quality teams to ensure material compliance.
• Communicate production status and constraints to management.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Participate in lean manufacturing initiatives.

Ideal Skills/Experience

• Minimum 5 years' experience in production/material planning within a project-based manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (preferably D365).
• Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing standards (e.g., AS9100, FAA).
• Engineering industry background preferred.

If you think this could be a new and exciting career opportunity for you and you would like to learn more or just for an initial, no-obligation conversation please contact me on 07732 694 243 or you can apply directly by following the Easy Apply link and I will contact you as soon as I receive your contact details.

This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan

Production, Material, Manufacturing