Production Controller

Reference: 6666_1793262883

Production Controller

£30K

High Wycombe

Proactive are urgently recruiting for Production Controller to join us in High Wycombe.

Role Details :

Location: High Wycombe

Pay rate: £30K

Working hours: (Flexibility Required)

Monday to Thursday: 07:00 - 16:00
Friday : 07:00 - 12:00

Key Responsibilities:

  • Monitor production orders and ensure that they are executed on time and within budget.
  • Coordinate with procurement and supply chain teams to ensure material availability aligns with production needs, avoiding delays or shortages.
  • Track inventory levels to prevent overstock or stockouts and maintain optimal levels of raw materials, components, and finished goods.
  • Update production plans in real-time to reflect changes in schedules, priorities, or resource availability.
  • Ensure production documentation is accurate and up to date, including work orders, material requisitions, and production reports.
  • Identify bottlenecks or disruptions in production and work with relevant teams to resolve these issues promptly.
  • Communicate production status updates and potential issues to senior management, providing recommendations for resolving delays.
  • Work closely with quality assurance teams to ensure compliance with internal and external standards, certifications, and customer requirements.
  • Support continuous improvement of production control processes by analysing data and implementing process improvements. Liaise with Design team about potential improvements.
  • Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards within the aerospace and defence industry.

Key Qualifications:

  • Experience in production control or manufacturing operations, preferably in aerospace and defence.
  • Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems and production control software.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve production challenges quickly.
  • Understanding of production workflows and materials management within high-precision manufacturing environments.
  • Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 standards and their application in production planning.

How to Apply:

For more information on the role, or any discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Namandeep Kaur on 01784775878 or [email protected] .

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Technical Recruitment is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.

When registering with Proactive you will have the opportunity to apply for some of the most interesting, specialist, opportunities in the marketplace, with the biggest companies in the sector. Follow us on Linkedin and Facebook for industry news and download our app for live notifications about newly listed vacancies. We look forward to helping you find your next role!


Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Added 29/10/2026
Reference: 6666_1793262883

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