Engineering Production Planner

Reference: PPLUX_1747076729

Engineering Production Planner

Uxbridge

Salary to 45k

Engineering Production Planner Urgently Required to work for a world leading manufacturing business based near Uxbridge. We are looking for an experienced Planner to manage and optimize production scheduling and material planning for a low-volume, high-complexity Engineering manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will possess strong planning expertise, a deep understanding of engineering and manufacturing, as this role is critical to coordinating across multiple departments including assembly, test, machine shop, and repair departments.

Key roles and Responsibilities

  • Create and manage detailed production plans and work order schedules for complex assemblies and service/repair jobs.
  • Coordinate material and component requirements in alignment with engineering drawings, BOMs, and customer specifications.
  • Interface closely with the assembly, machine shop, purchasing and repair teams to understand capacity constraints and adjust schedules proactively.
  • Ensure planning data in the ERP/MRP system is accurate and up to date, including routings, BOMs and lead times.
  • Monitor work order progress, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to maintain delivery commitments.
  • Collaborate with procurement and stores teams to avoid material shortages and manage long lead-time items.
  • Support sales and customer service teams with realistic lead times and delivery dates for customer orders and repair work.
  • Drive planning improvements and support initiatives such as kitting and WIP tracking.
  • Identify, define, and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) for the planning function, focusing on schedule adherence, material availability, lead time performance, capacity utilization, and subcontractor reliability; use these metrics to drive continuous improvement and support data-driven decision-making across operations.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement efforts across planning, scheduling, and production coordination.

Experience

  • 5+ years of planning experience in a low-volume, complex manufacturing environment
  • Deep understanding of manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, mechanical assembly, pressure testing, and repair
  • Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Epicor, or similar)
  • Strong Excel and data analysis skills
  • Experience managing mixed-mode production environments (new builds, repairs, prototypes)
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with a collaborative mindset

If you have the above skills and wish to be considered for this position or find out more details then please contact Nathan Woakes on 07385031222 or submit your CV to [email protected] alternatively, apply to this advert!

Proactive also offer a referral scheme for successful applicants - if you know anyone that could be suited to this position then please contact Proactive with there details and if they are placed by Proactive you will receive £250. *T&Cs apply*


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.

£38,000.00 - £45,000.00
Per annum
GBP38000 - GBP45000 per annum

London

Permanent

Added 12/05/2025
Reference: PPLUX_1747076729

Engineering Production Planner

London
Permanent

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