Full job descriptionProduction Manager
Location: Central Scotland
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 DOE + Benefits
Hours: Full Time, Permanent
The Opportunity
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business operating within a highly regulated engineering environment. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Production Manager/ Planner to join their operations team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing setting, coordinating production schedules, managing material availability, and ensuring customer delivery requirements are achieved. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving operational efficiency and supporting the continued success of the business.
Key Responsibilities
*Develop and maintain production schedules in line with customer demand and manufacturing capacity.
*Plan and coordinate workflow throughout the production process to ensure on-time delivery performance.
*Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as required to address changing priorities.
*Ensure material availability aligns with production requirements.
*Liaise closely with production, procurement, and supply chain teams to support operational objectives.
*Identify potential bottlenecks and implement solutions to minimise disruption.
*Generate and analyse planning data to support effective decision-making.
*Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across planning and production functions.
*Maintain accurate production planning records and reporting documentation.
Candidate Requirements
*Previous experience in a Production Planner, Manufacturing Planner, Supply Chain Planner, or similar planning role.
*Experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
*Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
*Ability to communicate effectively across multiple departments.
*Experience managing production schedules and material planning activities.
*Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to overcoming operational challenges.
*Competent user of ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Desirable
*HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations, or a related discipline.
*Experience within an engineering, industrial manufacturing, aerospace, or high-specification production environment.
*Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies.
What’s on Offer?
*Competitive salary of £40,000 - £45,000 DOE.
*Stable, long-term career opportunity with a respected manufacturer.
*Supportive and collaborative working environment.
*Opportunity to contribute to key operational improvements.
*Career development and progression opportunities.
If you are an organised and driven Production Planner looking for your next challenge within a successful manufacturing business, we would be keen to hear from you.