Production Planner

Role OverviewThe Production Planner is responsible for developing, coordinating, and maintaining production schedules to ensure the efficient and timely manufacture of aerospace components and assemblies. This role ensures alignment between customer demand, engineering requirements, material availability, and manufacturing capacity while adhering to strict aerospace quality and regulatory standards.Operating in a highly regulated environment, the Production Planner plays a critical role in ensuring on-time delivery, cost control, and compliance with industry standards such as AS9100.Key ResponsibilitiesProduction Planning and SchedulingDevelop and maintain detailed production schedules based on customer orders, forecasts, and project timelines.Translate demand requirements into actionable manufacturing plans.Sequence production activities to optimise workflow, minimise bottlenecks, and maximise efficiency.Monitor work-in-progress (WIP) and adjust schedules to respond to changing priorities or disruptions.Demand and Capacity PlanningAnalyse demand forecasts and customer orders to determine production requirements.Assess manufacturing capacity (labour, machinery, tooling) and identify constraints.Balance workload across departments to ensure efficient resource utilisation.Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to resolve capacity issues.Material and Inventory CoordinationCoordinate with procurement and supply chain teams to ensure timely availability of materials ..... full job details .....