Lead Production Planner

Lead Production Planner - WolverhamptonWorking within a specialist EDM, machining and grinding operation in the West Midlands, our firmly established client is seeking an experienced Lead Production Planner to support their ongoing machining activities from their Wolverhampton based site. Their activity is centred around the aerospace and IGT sectors in the UK and internationally.Supporting the operations team in the planning and smooth running of production processes, you will be required to detail the materials and machines to be used, the labour to be used, the time required to do the job, and the quality standards to be met. This utilises modern manufacturing equipment/processes as well as experienced and established staff.You will be mainly office based, with regular touchpoints with the shopfloor. The shopfloor presence will enable you to monitor throughput and discuss problems, such as a shortage of staff or materials and machinery breakdowns. There is an established operational management team.Candidates must be good communicators, flexible with an excellent work ethic and be prepared to work hard in a fast-paced environment.Specifically, you will: Detail the necessary production equipment, raw materials (building BOM s) and labour needs for productionSubmit reports on throughputIdentify priority orders and plan accordingly to meet customer requirementsWork with Management to address any issues, setbacks or quality control concerns with the production processSupport ..... full job details .....