The Role
We are looking for an experienced and proactive Production Controller to take ownership of job scheduling, production coordination and the smooth flow of work through our manufacturing facility.
You will be responsible for accurately raising jobs on our production management system, monitoring manufacturing progress and ensuring orders are completed to the required specifications, quality standards and customer deadlines.
This is a hands‑on, fast‑paced role requiring someone who understands manufacturing processes, is comfortable working with production systems and can confidently coordinate multiple jobs and priorities.
Key Responsibilities
- Raise, input and maintain manufacturing jobs and works orders within the production management system.
- Plan, schedule and coordinate production activities to ensure customer delivery deadlines are achieved.
- Monitor the progress of jobs throughout the manufacturing process, identifying potential delays or bottlenecks.
- Ensure production orders are manufactured in accordance with customer specifications, technical requirements and quality standards.
- Work closely with the Machine Shop, CAM, Quality, Assembly and Purchasing teams to maintain an efficient production workflow.
- Review production schedules and adjust priorities in response to changing customer requirements and operational demands.
- Ensure job information, production documentation and system records are accurate and up to date.
- Track job progress, lead times and delivery commitments, proactively escalating any issues that could impact production.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to streamline production processes, improve efficiency and maximise on‑time delivery.
What we are looking for
We are looking for someone who has previous experience in a manufacturing or precision engineering environment and understands the importance of effective production planning, accuracy and communication.
Essential Experience & Skills:
- Previous experience in production control, production planning, scheduling or manufacturing coordination.
- A good understanding of manufacturing processes and production workflows.
- Experience using ERP, MRP or production management systems.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple jobs and changing priorities.
- Experience maintaining accurate job records, production schedules and manufacturing documentation.
- Confident communicating with different departments to ensure work progresses efficiently.
- A proactive, solutions‑focused approach with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure in a deadline‑driven manufacturing environment.
- Experience within motorsport, automotive or high‑precision engineering manufacturing.
- Understanding of CNC machining processes and complex manufactured components.
About the Company
BPA is a leading precision engineering specialist based in Daventry, delivering complete turnkey solutions across the design, manufacture, and assembly of high‑precision components and complex assemblies for the Motorsport, Automotive, Aerospace, and Defence sectors.
With over 10 years of industry experience, BPA is driven by innovation, quality, and engineering excellence. We combine advanced manufacturing technologies with a highly skilled team to provide exceptional results for some of the world's most demanding industries.
As a rapidly growing business operating at the forefront of precision engineering, we are committed to continuous improvement, investment in technology, and developing talented people who share our passion for performance and precision.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary dependent on experience.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- An additional day off for your birthday.
- 5% employer pension contribution.
- Free onsite parking.
- Monday to Friday working hours.
- The opportunity to join a growing business working with leading customers across motorsport and advanced engineering.
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