Manufacturing Planner

JRS Associates Ltd has partnered with a well-established precision engineering manufacturer to recruit an experienced Manufacturing Planner. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing business where you'll play a key role in planning the manufacture of high-precision machined components while working closely with engineering, production and purchasing teams. This position would suit someone with a background in Manufacturing Engineering, Production Planning, Process Engineering or CNC Programming who enjoys improving manufacturing processes and ensuring production runs efficiently. The Successful Manufacturing Planner – Package * £34,000 to £38,000 per annum * 37.5-hour working week * Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 4:30pm & Friday: 8:00am – 1:30pm * Company pension * Free on-site parking * Stable, long-term career opportunity * Modern precision engineering environment The Successful Manufacturing Planner – Role * Create and maintain manufacturing routes for precision machined components * Produce and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) * Raise and manage works orders using the company's MRP system * Review customer orders, engineering drawings and technical specifications * Liaise with production, engineering and purchasing to ensure efficient workflow * Maintain manufacturing documentation and technical data * Support production planning and scheduling activities * Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing methods and planning processes * Ensure accurate engineering data is maintained within the ERP/MRP system The Successful Manufacturing Planner – Requirements * Previous experience as a Manufacturing Planner, Manufacturing Engineer, Production Engineer, Process Engineer or similar * Alternatively, an experienced CNC Programmer looking to move into a planning role * Experience within Precision Engineering, CNC Machining, Aerospace, Defence, Motorsport or Advanced Manufacturing * Able to read and interpret engineering drawings * Experience creating or maintaining Manufacturing Routes, Bills of Materials (BOMs) and Works Orders * Previous experience using MRP or ERP systems * Good understanding of manufacturing processes and CNC machining methods * Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills * Excellent attention to detail Desirable Experience * CNC machining or CNC programming background * Manufacturing methods and process improvement * Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement * Experience using SAP, Epicor, Sigma MRP, EFACS or similar ERP/MRP systems If you're looking for a long-term opportunity with an established precision engineering company offering excellent working hours and an early finish every Friday, we'd love to hear from you