Production Planner

Job Description

MPI have a requirement for a Production Planner

This is a permanent role based in Cardington, Bedfordshire, MK42 0TG however you may be required to travel to and work at any location worldwide on the Company’s business
Rate of pay £36,000 – £42,000 Per annum plus bonus & benefits (see below)
Working 37.5 hours per week.

The position is based at a privately held Aerospace OEM Company. The Company has a range of proprietary designs (patents & IP) which provide Lighter-Than-Air (LTS) solutions for both the commercial and defence markets, with its current major focus on a long endurance surveillance aircraft (optionally manned) and a heavy lift logistics aircraft capable of lifting 50 tonnes.

In its Defence business the Company won a contract to design and build 3 surveillance vehicles for the US Army during 2010. This contract was closed in February 2013. The vehicle built and flown under this contract been purchased by the Company and is now in reassembly at the Cardington facility prior to completing its flight test program in 2016.

Total Reward:
We are constantly reviewing our total reward offer in order to attract and retain the best people. In addition to a competitive base salary the Client offers a bonus incentive scheme for all employees. The scheme pays out annually and is based on compoany and individual performance.

The total reward package also includes 25 days annual leave (increasing to 30 days with service) in addition to UK Bank Holidays.

A Life assurance scheme is in place for all employees, and the company intends to introduce a pension scheme for staff in the near future.

Summary of role:
To undertake production planning to support production and maintenance actives on air vehicles. Work on specific projects within budgeted costs & timescales whilst maintaining the product in accordance with all quality & airworthiness standards. Support the creation and maintenance of a Master Production Schedule (MPS), job cards and build records for the main air vehicle sub-assemblies and ensuring that the resources required are available and optimally utilised.

Key Accountabilities:
Ensure traceability and accurate stock levels of aircraft hardware using Company MRP system and manual spread sheets.
Creation of bills of materials from design information/work packages
Using technical drawing prepare, distribute, progress and record manual job cards.
Ensure production activities progress is accurately recorded against project schedule.
Ensure accuracy of job card data to maintain compliance with EASA requirements.
Collate and report historical production data for analysis by engineering team to enable product validation.
Build routings on MRP software in preparation for creation of master schedule for future production.
Constant liaison with design engineers on prototype build to react efficiently to ad hoc engineering and logistical tasks.
Provide problem solving support to other departments.
Support stock-take activities and data cleansing when deemed necessary.
Supporting the company’s efforts to achieve and maintain Production Organisation Approval (EASA Part 21G) and Maintenance Organisation status (EASA Part 145).
Ensuring work is completed through adherence to company process and procedures. Provide support in the development and revision of these documents when required.

Qualifications:A Levels or equivalent qualifications.
An Apprenticeship or equivalent training qualification in engineering, an advantage.

Knowledge:An understanding of CAA/EASA/FAA Production requirements is desirable
An understanding of general aviation standards and principles
A good standard of written and spoken English is required.

Experience:An minimum of three years’ experience working as a planner in an aircraft planner in
an aircraft production, or aerospace engineering, manufacturing or maintenance
environment.

Experience of working in a low volume, high value production businesses; preferably
with aerospace and safety critical hardware/software.

Excellent communication skills both within the management, engineering team and
with other members of the production team.

Technical:Proficient in the use of ERP computer systems.

Ability to read and correctly interpret detailed engineering drawings and
specifications.

Support continuous improvement activities within the production department.

Personality:A proactive person with a strong motivation to play a key part in the aircraft
production technician team.
The flexibility to thrive within a growing company and maturing product.
Conscientious, with a pro-active work ethic
Good attention to detail and keen to contribute to the qualify, safety and integrity
of the produced aircraft.
Enjoys working as part of a highly dedicated and motivated team.

Personal Situation: Able to commute reliably to office base. Able to work extended hours on occasions when required. Must have clean or near clean driving licence and passport.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT FORM PART OF ANY CONTRACT BETWEEN US, AND ANY PARTS OF THE INFORMATION CAN BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE BY EITHER OUR CLIENTS OR OURSELVES. IT IS SENT FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY