Production Planner Job at NP Aerospace Limited (Coventry)

Production Planner

NP Aerospace Limited

Location:
United Kingdom , Coventry

Category:
Manufacturing

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

30000.00 - 37500.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

Plan with precision. Keep production moving. We’re looking for an experienced and proactive Production Planner to join our Vehicle Systems team in Coventry. In this role, you’ll manage and coordinate the Master Production Schedule (MPS) ensuring materials, capacity, and resources align to meet customer demand across multiple programmes. You’ll work closely with Material Controllers, Production Managers, and key stakeholders to optimise workflow, maintain accurate schedules, and ensure production runs efficiently and on time. If you enjoy problem-solving, coordination, and seeing your plans come to life on the shop floor, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

Job Responsibility:

Manage and coordinate the Master Production Schedule (MPS) ensuring materials, capacity, and resources align to meet customer demand across multiple programmes
Generate and manage Production Works Orders (PWOs), ensuring accuracy, timely updates, and proper closure to support invoicing and reporting
Work closely with Material Controllers to ensure inbound materials meet production requirements
Collaborate with Production Managers to align manpower and resources to schedule
Help drive continuous improvement — identifying process efficiencies and system enhancements that keep our production planning function robust and responsive

Requirements:

Proven experience in production planning or supply chain management within low to medium-volume automotive or defence manufacturing
Proficiency with QAD, MRP, or equivalent systems
Experience managing Bills of Materials (BoMs) and production schedules
Understanding of system integration and configuration management
Ability to coordinate effectively across multiple business functions
A proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong attention to detail
HNC or equivalent qualification in a manufacturing or technical discipline (desirable)
Experience in risk and opportunity management to ensure operational efficiency

What we offer:

Performance rewards – discretionary bonus opportunities
Flex your day – flexible start and finish times (subject to manager approval and operational needs)
Time to recharge – 25 days’ holiday + 8 bank holidays, with the option to buy more through our Holiday Purchase Scheme
Support for Defence – two weeks’ paid leave for Reservists and Cadets, plus paid leave for Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs)
Future security – competitive pension scheme (9% combined employer/employee contributions
Peace of mind – life cover at 3x base salary
Health & wellbeing first – BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan to support everyday health costs
Grow with us – career development and advancement opportunities within a global business
Supportive environment – a team culture built on innovation, collaboration, and purpose

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 16, 2026

Expiration:
March 01, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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