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We're seeking 4 Production Planners to support the delivery of efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality production processes within our naval programme operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Interpret customer requirements to create clear and structured task breakdowns that accurately reflect current production methods and dependencies.
Develop detailed low-level schedules and ensure smooth workflow through established planning stages (Yellow to Green), identifying and resolving blockers on Pink/Red boards.
Estimate time and labour required for each trade using production process standards, parametric methods, and practical experience.
Identify materials, services, and subcontractor needs, liaising with the supply chain and reviewing supplier quotes to ensure accurate costing and full work scope coverage.
Maintain and enhance standard job libraries, incorporating parts information, feedback, and performance history into planning tools and templates.
Support the implementation of performance metrics and planning improvements through continuous monitoring and feedback.
Foster close collaboration with production trade leads and subcontractors to continuously refine planning norms and estimating accuracy.
Report non-conforming products or services in line with internal quality and compliance processes.
Coach and mentor apprentices and junior staff, sharing best practices and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
What We're Looking For:
Proven experience in production planning.
Solid understanding of planning workflows and task list structures across large-scale manufacturing or engineering projects.
Proficiency in cost estimating, task scheduling, and materials planning.
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, especially when liaising across supply chain, production, and subcontractor teams.
Be part of one of the UK's most prestigious Maritime organisations.
