Production Scheduler

We are Ultra Precision Control Systems

Ultra PCS is a leading developer of mission and safety critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industry. Our team of experts are at the heart of our success, which is why we are dedicated to fostering a safe working environment and a positive culture where every staff member feels valued and respected.

We solve our customers' problems, providing engineering solutions to safety and mission critical challenges in the air and on the ground. Our solutions can be found in the latest military aircraft and vehicles, in civil aircraft, and in unmanned vehicles.

We also offer innovative products optimised to support the unique challenges of the dismounted soldier. We help to ensure our customers get to where they need to be safely, achieve their objectives and keep on going back.

Flexible Working

Wherever possible, we will consider a variety of working options to suit your lifestyle, whether that be hybrid home/office working, flexible working and part or full time employment. It's the 'innovating' and 'empowering' values that we ASPIRE to be. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people.

Job Description

Ultra Precision Control Systems (PCS) are looking for a Production Scheduler to join the Planning Function. The Planning function in Ultra is responsible for planning and reviewing incoming order requirements, material availability and production resources to ensure customer orders are delivered in line with customer requirements. The Planning team interface between various departments (Production, Procurement, Stores, Commercial, Programmes, Production Engineering, QA, DO) to enable development of realistic plans and schedules to ensure the customer orders are satisfied.

A professional at this grade possesses knowledge for specific fields and performs structured work assignments. Uses established procedures to solve problems by making judgments and gets work done with quality under moderate supervision. Has limited discretion to vary from established procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with the Production Manager to develop production plans based on customer demand and business forecast
• Scheduling of shop orders in line with sales forecast and capacity
• Monitor and process internal shop orders
• Provide capacity analysis for Production Manager
• Liaise with Production Manager & procurement to ensure timely planning of parts against system due date
• Monitor and process internal shop orders
• Analyse production and procurement lead times to ensure customer requirements can be met.
• Provide feedback to production, commercial, quality and procurement on areas that may affect quality, cost or delivery.
• Work with engineering and ME teams to ensure a smooth transition of new products and latest standard parts into production ensuring minimal schedule and cost disruption.
• Complete contract reviews for all new orders for the cell
• Monitor on time delivery of OE, spares and repairs items
• Manage rejection of parts and replacement items through the IFS system
• Update IFS with all shortages, generate a report to show these for current period and expedite these through supply chain
• Update & manage S&OE file to support value stream
• Attend regular production meetings and provide progress feedback
• Ad hoc tasks as designated by the Planning Director.
  
  

Background and Understanding:

• Previous experience of planning desirable
• Qualified to degree level
• Computer literate and experienced in using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint office tools
• Ability to influence and support key business stakeholders
• Ability to challenge current embedded culture and ways of working
• Experience of using IFS MRP system
• Background gained in the aerospace or defence sectors
  
  

Benefits:

Every employee is critical to our success and as such we offer a range of flexible employee benefits along with career development opportunities.

• Flexible working within core working hours
• 25 days holiday with the option to buy/sell 5 days plus bank holidays.
• 4 times your annual salary in life assurance
• Flexible benefits package
• Pension Scheme - Less than 5 years' service up to 5.5% employer contributions, 5 years' service + up to 7.5% employer contributions.
• Sports and Social club
• Supportive and friendly working environment with regular team events
  
  

You couldn’t be joining the team and Ultra at a more exciting time. Therefore if this sounds of interest, please follow the application process.

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake an appropriate level of UK National Security Vetting according to UK Government National Security Vetting criteria.

Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra PCS is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.

We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.