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  • Title:

    Production Planner

  • Location:

    Farnborough

  • Salary:

    Up to £33 per hour

  • Contact:

    Emma Broderick

  • Contact email:

    ebroderick@belcan.com

  • Job ref:

    JO0000027257_1758813092

  • Published:

    2 days ago

  • Duration:

    9 Months

  • Expiry date:

    2025-10-25

  • Startdate:

    ASAP Subject to BPSS Clearance

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