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Mechanical Technician - Training To Production Planner

Elix Sourcing Solutions
Manchester
money-bag £32000 - £37000/annum training
Posted: 01 May 2026 (2 days ago)
Closing date: 31 May 2026
Ref: 225058450

Mechanical Technician - Training To Production Planner
-32,000 - -37,000 Per Annum + Hybrid working + Flexi time + Life assurance
Monday - Friday, 36 hour week
Manchester, near Failsworth

Do you have Mechanical Engineering or Machine Shop experience and want to gain excellent training to move off the tools? Would you like a Production Planner role within a reputable employer working on state-of-the-art projects in the aerospace industry? Are you looking to join a company offering first class training, progression opportunities, flexi time and hybrid working?

Due to continued growth and the securing of major contracts, my client is looking to recruit a production planner to join their highly skilled team at their state of the art facility in Manchester. This is a brand new, exciting position where you will play a fundamental role in a company that services some of the most impressive engineering companies in the UK and worldwide. This will be a varied role working on exciting projects and bespoke equipment / machinery. The ideal candidate will have previous hands-on experience so they can accurately plan and coordinate the timescales and materials for these projects. You will need to be able to read engineering drawings and understand engineering processes and timeframes, full training will be provided enabling you to understand company products & processes and become a valuable member of the business.

On offer is the chance to join an industry leading employer that service some of the biggest engineering, manufacturing and aviation companies across the world. This is a great time to join an established company going through a period of rapid expansion offering a great long term challenge.

*Please Note: All applicants must hold a British Passport and be able to pass clearance.

For more information please click apply and contact - Patrick - REF5036 - (phone number removed)

The Role:
*Working on an exciting mixture of civil and military projects for defence / aviation customers
*Flexible working that offers a great work life balance, hybrid and flexi time available
*Planning all aspects of production - timescales, materials, parts etc.

The Candidate:
*Understands engineering drawings
*Comes from a hands on background in manufacturing or mechanical engineering
*Commutable to Failsworth

elix sourcing Solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, IT and Science roles ranging from mid to senior level positions. Please be aware that we will only accept applications from candidates that have a valid work permit to work in the UK. By applying to this job, you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment.

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