Manufacturing Planner
CV-LibraryPinxton, DerbyshirepermanentPosted: 24 July 2026
Apply NowJRS Associates Ltd has partnered with a well-established precision engineering manufacturer to recruit an experienced Manufacturing Planner. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing business where you'll play a key role in planning the manufacture of high-precision machined components while working closely with engineering, production and purchasing teams.
This position would suit someone with a background in Manufacturing Engineering, Production Planning, Process Engineering or CNC Programming who enjoys improving manufacturing processes and ensuring production runs efficiently.
The Successful Manufacturing Planner – Package
* £34,000 to £38,000 per annum
* 37.5-hour working week
* Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 4:30pm & Friday: 8:00am – 1:30pm
* Company pension
* Free on-site parking
* Stable, long-term career opportunity
* Modern precision engineering environment
The Successful Manufacturing Planner – Role
* Create and maintain manufacturing routes for precision machined components
* Produce and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs)
* Raise and manage works orders using the company's MRP system
* Review customer orders, engineering drawings and technical specifications
* Liaise with production, engineering and purchasing to ensure efficient workflow
* Maintain manufacturing documentation and technical data
* Support production planning and scheduling activities
* Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing methods and planning processes
* Ensure accurate engineering data is maintained within the ERP/MRP system
The Successful Manufacturing Planner – Requirements
* Previous experience as a Manufacturing Planner, Manufacturing Engineer, Production Engineer, Process Engineer or similar
* Alternatively, an experienced CNC Programmer looking to move into a planning role
* Experience within Precision Engineering, CNC Machining, Aerospace, Defence, Motorsport or Advanced Manufacturing
* Able to read and interpret engineering drawings
* Experience creating or maintaining Manufacturing Routes, Bills of Materials (BOMs) and Works Orders
* Previous experience using MRP or ERP systems
* Good understanding of manufacturing processes and CNC machining methods
* Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills
* Excellent attention to detail
Desirable Experience
* CNC machining or CNC programming background
* Manufacturing methods and process improvement
* Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement
* Experience using SAP, Epicor, Sigma MRP, EFACS or similar ERP/MRP systems
If you're looking for a long-term opportunity with an established precision engineering company offering excellent working hours and an early finish every Friday, we'd love to hear from you
This position would suit someone with a background in Manufacturing Engineering, Production Planning, Process Engineering or CNC Programming who enjoys improving manufacturing processes and ensuring production runs efficiently.
The Successful Manufacturing Planner – Package
* £34,000 to £38,000 per annum
* 37.5-hour working week
* Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 4:30pm & Friday: 8:00am – 1:30pm
* Company pension
* Free on-site parking
* Stable, long-term career opportunity
* Modern precision engineering environment
The Successful Manufacturing Planner – Role
* Create and maintain manufacturing routes for precision machined components
* Produce and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs)
* Raise and manage works orders using the company's MRP system
* Review customer orders, engineering drawings and technical specifications
* Liaise with production, engineering and purchasing to ensure efficient workflow
* Maintain manufacturing documentation and technical data
* Support production planning and scheduling activities
* Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing methods and planning processes
* Ensure accurate engineering data is maintained within the ERP/MRP system
The Successful Manufacturing Planner – Requirements
* Previous experience as a Manufacturing Planner, Manufacturing Engineer, Production Engineer, Process Engineer or similar
* Alternatively, an experienced CNC Programmer looking to move into a planning role
* Experience within Precision Engineering, CNC Machining, Aerospace, Defence, Motorsport or Advanced Manufacturing
* Able to read and interpret engineering drawings
* Experience creating or maintaining Manufacturing Routes, Bills of Materials (BOMs) and Works Orders
* Previous experience using MRP or ERP systems
* Good understanding of manufacturing processes and CNC machining methods
* Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills
* Excellent attention to detail
Desirable Experience
* CNC machining or CNC programming background
* Manufacturing methods and process improvement
* Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement
* Experience using SAP, Epicor, Sigma MRP, EFACS or similar ERP/MRP systems
If you're looking for a long-term opportunity with an established precision engineering company offering excellent working hours and an early finish every Friday, we'd love to hear from you