If you’d like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given.

Production Planner

Location: Either Aldermaston (RG7 4PR), or Burghfield (RG30 3RR), with free onsite parking.

Package: Up to £50K Dependent on suitability and level of experience

Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. This role is primarily on-site due to the nature of the work. There may be some limited opportunity to work flexibly dependent upon specific local area needs.

Let us introduce the role

AWE is currently recruiting for a Production Planner to work within one of our Operational Delivery Units.

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a knack for optimising processes? We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Production Planner to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating and planning production schedules to ensure our operations run smoothly and efficiently. If you thrive in a technical environment and have a passion for continuous improvement, we want to hear from you!

Who are we looking for?

We need you to have the following:

Experience of Production Planning.Experience of MS Office (Excel / Word / Outlook / PowerPoint / Project).Experience of working in operational environment, production, and or supply chain functions.Able to objectively make decisions based upon data.Experience of ERP / MRP2 systems.

Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we’d like you to have experience in some of the following:

SAP S4/HANAPrimavera (P6)Inventory control processes.Lean principles.Integrated Operations Planning, encompassing Production, Maintenance, and Capital Projects.A relevant manufacturing or planning-related professional qualification.

You will have responsibilities including:

Management of Delivery Unit order book.Generation of estimates for received demands.Development and maintenance of Rough-Cut Capacity Plans.Development and maintenance of Operations Plans.Integration of production, maintenance, and capital project work streams.Creation and management of Works Orders within MRP2/ERP system.Creation of production schedules for execution.Development and maintenance of metrics to measure performance.Development of standard work to support business as usual tasks.Effectively communicate with stakeholders, both internal customers and suppliers.Continually improve data, processes, and systems, within Operations Planning.Proactively resolve arising issues and manage schedule risk.Demonstration and application of Theory of Constraints methodology.Calculation and maintenance of planned inventory levels and buffer stock.Demonstration and utilisation of ‘Just in Time’ principles.Utilising Lean Manufacturing methodology.Monitoring and continually improving system data accuracy.Maturing the culture, processes, and data, required in order to successfully implement a new ERP system (SAP).Reporting on progress, risks, and opportunities to senior management.Designing and implementing Kanban stock management in applicable areas.Working collaboratively with other delivery units in order to share best practice and to manage internal supply chains.Attending Visual Management board meetings ensuring all actions are being addressed.Communicating effectively verbally and non-verbally.

You’ll need to have the ability to work calmly and constructively in a busy environment and be able to manage your own workload. You will also have initiative, enthusiasm, a flexible approach, and ability to work to tight deadlines.

Some reasons we think you’ll love it here:

AWE has wide range of benefits to suit you. These include:

9-day working fortnight – meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave. Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).Discounts – access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.

Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for this role.

Candidates require 10 years continuous residency in the UK and must hold UK citizenship.

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Next steps:

Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don’t always ‘tick every box’. That’s why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don’t meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we’d love to receive your application.

Important things you need to know:

We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes.You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV. We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process. Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.

Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide will be stored in accordance with GDPR and kept separate from your application form and CV, and the information will not be shared with anyone involved in interviewing or making hiring decisions.

Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.