Production Planner (MRP Controller)

On behalf of our client, we are seeking a Production Planner (MRP Controller) to join on an initial 6-month contract. As the Production Planner (MRP Controller), you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of existing and future manufacturing schedules, delivering Logistics Management activities and ensure customer programmes are met in a timely manner.

Role: Production Planner (MRP Controller)
Pay: Up to £24.26 per hour via Umbrella
Hours: Monday to Friday, 37 hours a week
Contract: 6-month contract – potential to be extended
Location: Bolton
IR35 Status: Inside
SC Clearance: BPSS

Responsibilities

• Ensure the timely and cost-effective provisioning of parts and internal services.
• Encompass areas of activity associated with supply chain management.
• Define and control the detailed manufacturing plan such that inventory and work-in progress are maintained at minimum levels consistent within a lean manufacturing facility.
• Provide written and verbal information on the status of the plan and achievements to date, using management reporting techniques.
• Tactically manage collaborative and preferred suppliers of bought out items, in order that material flows satisfy programme requirements whilst minimising stock levels.
• Attend and contribute to review meetings i.e., Integrated Production Teams (IPT’s), Forward Planning Sessions, Supplier Reviews, Cross Functional Sessions.
• Contribute to the implementation of proposed task directive changes, new or amended orders, regarding their effect on inventory and programme.
• Advise on manufacturing ‘Best Practice’ as part of a team, and actively take part in process improvement programmes.
• Deploy the planning tools i.e., SAP, Inventory Control, KPS and have the flexibility to use and develop new methods of working within a continually changing environment.
• Responsible for the movement of hardware through manufacturing process.

Role Requirements

• The successful candidate must be self-motivated, able to take responsibility, results oriented and demonstrate an attention to detail and accuracy.
• Competencies such as resilience, influencing and interpersonal skills and customer focus are essential to the role.
• A good understanding of health and safety procedures necessary for safe functioning of a team and knowing the boundaries of the job and how to escalate to more senior levels is also necessary.
• Previous experience of logistics or an associated discipline would be an advantage.
• The willingness to learn, develop and apply knowledge is important to this role.
• Computer proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets and databases is required in this role.
• Knowledge of Kanban and 2 bin systems.
• Experience with an Enterprise Planning System e.g., SAP.
• ESD training
• Health surveillance requirements

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Ellie Laflain at Line Up Aviation
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