Production Planner

Production Planner Location: Cheltenham Job Description Summary The Production Planner is responsible for orchestrating and optimising daily and long-range production schedules to ensure timely availability of materials, efficient use of labour and equipment, and a smooth, continuous production flow. This role uses planning and scheduling tools to translate demand and capacity into executable plans, allocates resources to meet customer and operational commitments, and closely monitors work schedules to identify and resolve bottlenecks. The Production Planner regularly analyses production and inventory data to adjust plans, improve throughput, and reduce delays or excess stock. Success in this role requires strong collaboration with cross-functional teams across operations, supply chain, quality, and engineering to align priorities, communicate changes, and resolve constraints. The planner also helps drive adherence to operational standards and procedures, supporting a safe, high-quality, and reliable manufacturing environment. Job Description Key responsibilities Plan and schedule material and production needs to ensure they align with production timelines and goals. Allocate resources and monitor/adjust work schedules based on labor, asset, and material availability. Monitor stock levels to prevent shortages or excesses and ensure efficient material throughput. Analyze data to identify issues and help solve problems related to production schedules and material flow. Implement continuous improvement initiatives within the planning and production process. Communicate and collaborate with other teams, such as manufacturing, supply chain, and engineering, to meet production goals. ​ Required Qualifications Strong experience in Manufacturing, Materials Planning or Supply Chain Strong understanding of ERP transactions and business impact. Strong understanding of Material & Process control. Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously. Previous experience in Oracle ERP is preferred Flexible Working: GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance. Total Reward At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible. As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs; Pension Performance related bonus Life Assurance Group income protection Private medical cover Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell Security Clearance Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS Right to Work Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: No