GENERAL SUMMARY
The Production Controller / Scheduler will be responsible for scheduling, coordinating, and controlling production activities for a designated production cell, ensuring that all projects are delivered on time and within budget while maintaining quality standards.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on the master production schedule, resource availability and material requirements.
- Adjust schedules as necessary to respond to changes in demand, production capacity or optimising load.
- Collaborate with production teams to ensure that all resources, including labour and materials, are available and allocated effectively.
- Monitor production processes, addressing any issues that arise to minimise downtime and maintain workflow.
- Utilise ERP systems to track production progress, update schedules, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Analyse production data to identify trends and areas for improvement in scheduling and efficiency.
- Act as a liaison between various departments (engineering, quality assurance, procurement) to ensure alignment on production goals and requirements.
- Facilitate regular production meetings to review progress, address challenges, and communicate schedule updates.
- Proactively identify potential production bottlenecks and develop solutions to mitigate risks.
- Implement corrective actions to address production delays or resource shortages.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance production scheduling, efficiency, and overall operational performance.
- Liaise with Operations department on holidays/absence/breakdowns to plan available future capacity.
- Support Material Planner Responsibilities during periods of absence/holiday.
- Support Sub‑contract process management.
- Convert planned orders and print route card document packs, ensuring alignment with material delivery dates and highlighting shortages to procurement and AOT teams.
- Expedite closure and close out transactions for allocated NCRs utilizing SAP QM transactions; Escalate delays in process affecting schedule completion (as per QMS & NCR Swim lanes).
ESSENTIAL SKILLS
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in production scheduling or control within a manufacturing environment.
- Experience in complex project‑based manufacturing is highly desirable.
- Proven track record of successful production planning and scheduling.
- Proficient in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
- Strong understanding of materials management principles, inventory control, and production scheduling.
- ASCM (formerly APICS) certification (CPIM or CSCP) or equivalent is desirable.
KPIs
- Production Schedule Adherence
- Work Centre Utilisation
PERSONAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Demonstrated capability to manage change.
RIGHT TO WORK & SECURITY CLEARANCE
You must have a valid right to work in the UK and be able to obtain security clearance to apply for this role.
BENEFITS
- Competitive salary
- Opportunities to develop
- Bonus
- 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays); holiday buy and sell
- Pension
- Life Cover
- Employee Assistance Program
- Digital Benefits; Health, Wealth & Lifestyle
CELEROS Flow Technology is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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