At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage production schedules and ensure smooth operations in a CNC machining environment.
- Company: Leading precision engineering business in Cambridgeshire with a focus on high-performance sectors.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to £50k plus benefits, including career development opportunities.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Be the key player in optimising production and making a real impact on the shop floor.
- Qualifications: Experience in production planning within CNC machining and strong organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Role overview
Precision Engineering
Cambridgeshire
Salary: Up to 50k + benefits
If you are someone who thrives on bringing structure to a fast-paced shop floor, this is one worth looking at. This is a key hire for a precision engineering business supplying into high-performance sectors. They need someone who can take ownership of planning across a busy CNC environment - keeping machines running, work flowing, and delivery on track. You will sit right in the middle of the operation, turning customer demand into a plan that actually works on the shop floor.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and manage production schedules across CNC machining, ensuring capacity is used effectively
- Sequence work intelligently based on machines, tooling and available resource
- Work closely with engineering and production to make sure routes and cycle times stack up
- Keep control of WIP, materials and priorities to avoid bottlenecks and delays
- Act as the link between sales and the shop floor, keeping everyone aligned on delivery
What we are looking for
- Solid background in production planning within CNC machining or precision engineering
- Strong understanding of milling, turning and multi-axis environments
- Comfortable reading drawings and understanding how parts flow through production
- Confident using ERP/MRP systems, with good Excel skills
- Organised, proactive and able to juggle multiple priorities without losing control
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