At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape the shop floor by planning production and monitoring sales demand.
- Company: Join Braintree Precision Components, a leader in precision engineering.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, 25 days holiday, and healthcare cashback.
- Other info: Great opportunity to grow as the company transitions to new systems.
- Why this job: Be at the heart of operations and make a real impact on production.
- Qualifications: Understanding of manufacturing processes and strong planning skills.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 32000 £ per year.
If you understand how manufacturing moves and want a role where your planning actually shapes the shop floor, this could be the right move.
£28,000–32,000 | Permanent | Braintree, Essex
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Company pension
- Healthcare cashback
- Free parking
About the company
Braintree Precision Components is a precision engineering manufacturer, part of the HEPCO Motion group. The business makes precision components for industrial customers, with a strong focus on quality and on-time delivery. The planning team sits at the centre of production, working directly with the shop floor to keep jobs moving and customer commitments met. The business is also partway through moving to Microsoft Business Central, making this a particularly good time to join.
The role
You will join a small planning team monitoring incoming sales demand and making sure the right stock is in the right place. Around 40% of your time is on the shop floor, progress-chasing batch cards and working with the production team. The rest is desk-based planning, scheduling, and system work. You'll be central to keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly.
- Monitor sales demand from HEPCO Motion and plan production to fulfil it
- Track stock through assembly stores and earlier production stages, identifying gaps
- Produce route cards, works orders, and requisitions for manufacture
Production Planner in Essex employer: Braintree Precision Components
Braintree Precision Components is an exceptional employer that values its employees and fosters a collaborative work culture. With a focus on employee growth, the company offers 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, a company pension, and healthcare cashback, ensuring a supportive environment for all staff. Located in Braintree, Essex, this is a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic planning team at a pivotal time as the company transitions to Microsoft Business Central, allowing you to make a tangible impact on production processes.
Contact Details:
Braintree Precision Components Recruitment Team
