Production Planner

Production Planner Client: BAE Systems Location: Portsmouth Duration – 10 months Working hours/pattern - FT onsite Hourly Rate: £31.53 PAYE or £42.41 Umbrella Inside IR35 We’re looking for a Production Planner to join a busy manufacturing/operations environment, turning customer requirements into clear, deliverable production plans. This is a great opportunity to play a key role in ensuring work is properly scoped, scheduled, and ready for delivery.What you’ll be doing:\n

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• Translating customer requirements into production-ready plans
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• Creating task breakdowns, identifying dependencies, and supporting scheduling
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• Estimating labour, materials, and subcontract requirements
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• Working closely with procurement, supply chain, and production teams
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• Carrying out pre-production checks to ensure work is ready to go
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• Resolving planning issues that could delay delivery
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• Supporting continuous improvement of planning processes and data
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What we’re looking for:\n

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• Experience in production planning, manufacturing, or shipyard environments
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• Ability to read technical drawings/specs and interpret requirements
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• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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• Comfortable using ERP systems and Excel
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• Able to manage workload and deliver to tight timescales
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If you would like to be considered for this role please don't hesitate to click apply or call Sam Pierre-Louis on for more information. About BAE: BAE Systems is a leading global defence, aerospace, and security company. They’re experts in delivering advanced solutions for air, land, and naval forces, as well as commercial aerospace and cyber security. Known for its commitment to innovation and excellence, BAE Systems offers exciting career opportunities for those looking to make a significant impact in cutting-edge technology and defence sectors. Inclusion statement Outsource UK is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You'll receive consideration for your application without regard to race, religion or belief, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or age.