Master Production Scheduler

1 month ago

Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Ultra Maritime Full time
Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies.

Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.

We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.

Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide

Flexible Working

At Ultra Maritime, we understand that your personal life is just as important as your professional one. That's why we support and promote flexible working arrangements where possible. Whether you prefer a hybrid model, working remotely, or the structure of being on-site, we will support you as best as we can. Embrace the freedom to shape your work hours according to your needs, whether it's part-time, compressed hours, or a unique arrangement that suits your lifestyle.

Loudwater, Greenford, and Weymouth exclusively offer a 9-day fortnight working pattern, offering extended weekends every other week, granting you more time to pursue your passions. And that's not all - we provide flexible start and finish times.

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

To lead the operations planning and scheduling function of the Sonar Systems OBU, supporting the delivery of operational excellence through consistently hitting programme schedule, cost and quality requirements in a way which is sustainable, repeatable and has our people's safety and growth at the heart of everything we do.

The Master Scheduler is responsible for creating and maintaining the production schedule for all products manufactured by the company. To work closely with Production, Engineering, Programme and Supply Chain to ensure that customer orders are fulfilled on time and that inventory levels are maintained. The Master Scheduler also creates schedules for new product development projects and coordinates the release of new products to production.

As part of the Sonar Systems Operations team, develop and deliver the planning and scheduling capability for operations across the UK.

Accountability for developing and implementing the strategy for achieving quality long/mid and short-term planning and scheduling capability in the business to identify the assets, people, process capacity and capabilities to ensure quality execution of the production plan.

Early engagement in the product lifecyle to inform production requirements to support delivery of the Sonar Systems activities to cost and programmes, materials planning and scheduling which supports procurement strategies and production performance reporting to programme management team.

Key responsibilities:
  • Development of strategy and implementation plan to create a planning and scheduling capability in the Sonar Systems which identifies long, mid and short-term production requirements (people, process, materials and assets) to support quality execution of the production plan.
  • Develop planning and scheduling tools which translate forecast demand (order book and opportunities) into production requirements.
  • Develop a tool and process to identify and manage production capacity slots which are allocated to programme management requirements, support delivery to milestones and inform impact to delivery dates where the production demand changes.
  • Create and maintain the master production schedule for the company's products
  • Monitor inventory levels and forecast future needs
  • Adjust the master schedule as needed to accommodate changes in customer demand or production constraints
  • Generate regular reports on order status, production progress, and inventory levels
  • Identify potential scheduling problems and work with relevant departments to resolve them
  • Continuously strive to improve the efficiency of the scheduling process
  • Develop tools to understand production performance to inform continuous performance opportunities, production capacity slot planning, articulate impact of programme changes on delivery to milestones and inform future programmes on hours required to deliver product components.
  • Early engagement in the product lifecycle to inform the bid and programme management activities on production capabilities, work collaboratively to develop solutions to deliver to customer requirements/expectations.
  • Accountable for translating the production demand into materials requirements (Bill of Materials, quantity, schedule) which is provided to the commercial team and informs strategic procurement to enable materials to be made available to support quality execution of the production plan.
  • Management of inventory including stores management, logistics (both outside and within the manufacturing facility), financial reporting, stock management.
  • Lead the planning and scheduling team in a way which creates clear career paths for colleagues within both the business and provides development opportunities through training, support and mentoring
Role requirements:
  • Expertise in planning and scheduling activities of a complex manufacturing operation
  • Understanding of manufacturing activities including people, process, materials and assets
  • Ability to influence executive and SLT stakeholders, including challenging when necessary
  • Leadership skills, business acumen and ability to lead, manage and matrix manage multidisciplinary teams
  • Strategic thinker, able to define a vision and the mechanism to deliver the associated objectives
  • Experience of embedding cultural change and driving continuous improvement
  • Decision making and delegation skills
Qualifications / skills:
  • Suitable experience in planning and scheduling
  • Preferable experience in defence industry, but not necessary
  • Experience in cultural change and driving continuous improvement
  • Qualifications in lean, six sigma, change / project management
  • Ability to influence with, and without authority
  • Ability to drive for results and delivery focused, with good attention to detail and able to prioritise the team / tasks.
  • Aptitude to create and drive strategies, creating clarity our of complexity and address route causes.
  • Ability to drive engagement across a large business
  • Executive-level communication and influencing skills with the ability to resolve issues and build consensus
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously whilst able to motivate others around the business
  • Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability leading collaborative groups with ability to provide clear and concise and feedback.


Relocation Support

Attracting high-level talent and people that can add value and expertise, is vital to our success. Attracting and retaining brilliant people is imperative so that's why we search across the UK for talent. We offer financial support to candidates that are considering relocating; this is considered on a case-by-case basis per role and subject to HMRC guidelines.

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.

Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra Maritime 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.

  • Scheduler / Production Planner (Permanent)

    3 weeks ago

    Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Bis Henderson Full time

    At Bis Henderson, we are seeking an experienced Production Planner to assist in scheduling production plans within an FMCG manufacturing operation. Reporting to the Production Manager, the successful candidate will have a high attention to detail and strong organisational skills. This position requires the constant adaptation of the site production planning...

  • Key Account Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Spin Master Ltd Full time

    Job Description : What will you work on? The Key Account Manager is required to maximize opportunities, manage risk, deliver on profitability goals, develop effective long-term business relationships and exceed customer expectations, within their portfolio of accounts. How will you create impact? Developing bi-annual business plans that deliver...

  • Project Scheduler

    3 days ago

    Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Northampton Business Directory Full time

    This is a key role involved in planning and organising resources, timelines, and tasks to ensure that projects or production runs are completed efficiently and effectively. Reports to Operations Manager What you can expect to get involved in Developing Project Schedules: Creating detailed project schedules that outline all tasks, phases, milestones,...

  • Brand Finance Analyst, Amazon Europe

    4 weeks ago

    Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Spin Master Ltd Full time

    Job Description : What will you work on? Reporting to the Manager Brand Finance UK Amazon Europe, the Brand Finance Analyst Amazon Europe will ensure that budgeting and forecasting is accurate and timely, along with providing reporting and decision support to the commercial teams.Being responsible for the Pan European customer Amazon, the Brand Finance...

  • Product Systems Engineer

    1 month ago

    Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom SJM Recruit Limited Full time

    Systems Product Engineer required for fast growing, progressive and successful international Aerospace Manufacturer. Job Title: Systems Product Engineer (Permanent) Hours of Work: 40 hours per week (Mon-Friday days) This is a new role within the Systems sub-team of the Engineering Department. The role is responsible for engineering work relating...

  • Scheduling Administrator

    4 weeks ago

    Chalfont St Peter, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Chiltern Recruitment Ltd Full time

    Our client, a local company based in Chalfont St Peter is looking for an administrator to join the company on a full time basis. You will work closely with Surveyors and other team members to organise and schedule allocated jobs. You will need to be organised, a strong communicator and be able to negotiate with suppliers when needed. If you are self...

  • Product Manager

    3 days ago

    Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Nordson Full time

    Apply locations United Kingdom - Aylesbury time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id REQ37654 Collaboration drives Nordson’s success as a market leader in Industrial Precision Solutions and Advanced Technology. Our employees thrive in an environment where we help each other reach our personal best and enable our company to...

  • Senior Process Technologist

    1 month ago

    Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom CareerBliss Full time

    Are you ready to step into the spotlight? We've teamed up with one of the country's very best food manufacturing businesses. With a reputation that sparkles with excellence, we're on the hunt for a Senior Process Technologist to champion lofty standards and propel process development to new heights.As the Senior Process Technologist, you'll wield your...

  • Production Planner

    1 month ago

    Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Zest Recruitment Full time

    Zest Recruitment are partnering with an ambitious food manufacturer that have made a huge impression with the major retailers. My client isn't just a food manufacturer; they're pioneers in the culinary world. With a commitment to quality and innovation, they've carved their niche in the market and are steadily expanding. ** PART-TIME WEEKEND...

  • Production Operative

    2 days ago

    Bletchley, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Gap Personnel Full time

    Job Types: Occasional shifts, Temporary contract Job Description PRODUCTION OPERATIVES MILTON KEYNES, MK15 We are recruiting for Production Operatives for a temporary to permanent contract based in Milton Keynes, MK15. The site offers superb, modern production facilities and operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You will work closely with the...

  • Manager Produkcji

    7 hours ago

    Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom CMR & Life Sciences Full time

    Production Manager 08:00am - 16:00pm core hours, however, willingness to be flexible but still maintain 40 hours a week. Our client is an established Window and Door Fabrication Business with clients spanning both the UK domestic and commercial markets. The Production Manager will be responsible for all the manufacturing related activities, including...

  • Manager Produkcji

    4 hours ago

    Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom CMR & Life Sciences Full time

    Production Manager 08:00am - 16:00pm core hours, however, willingness to be flexible but still maintain 40 hours a week. Our client is an established Window and Door Fabrication Business with clients spanning both the UK domestic and commercial markets. The Production Manager will be responsible for all the manufacturing related activities, including...

  • Production Senior Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Hunter Selection Full time

    Manufacturing Manager / Production Manager A brand new position has become available within a R&D Manufacturing facility in Aylesbury. This role will not only challenge your creativity but also give you an opportunity to create your own stamp on a new management role within a business set to double it's size over the next 2 years. Team size - 12 -...

  • Product Line Manager, Automated X-Ray Systems

    2 days ago

    Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Nordson Corporation Full time

    Product Line Manager, Automated X-Ray Systems Create a profile and receive smart job recommendations based on your liked jobs. Collaboration drives Nordson’s success as a market leader in Industrial Precision Solutions and Advanced Technology. Our employees thrive in an environment where we help each other reach our personal best and enable our company...

  • Production Manager

    5 days ago

    Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Matchtech Technology Full time

    Production Manager Hours: 08:00am - 16:00pm core hours, however, willingness to be flexible but still maintain 40 hours a week. Our client is an established Window and Door Fabrication Business with clients spanning both the UK domestic and commercial markets. About the role The Production Manager will be responsible for all the manufacturing...

  • Technical Product Owner

    2 weeks ago

    Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom CityFibre Limited Full time

    CityFibre provides wholesale connectivity to multiple business and consumer service providers, local authorities and mobile operators. Job Description Our goal at CityFibre is to unlock the digital potential of Britain by creating a broadband network that works seamlessly for everyone, every day. Powerful, gigabit-speed connections that enable people...

  • Production Operative

    2 days ago

    High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom K and D Recruitment Full time

    K&D is delighted to support a local client looking for an experienced Production operator to work within a cleanroom environment and join a small team based in High Wycombe!! The successful applicant should have the following profile: Be both literate and numerate and have a good level of understanding of the English Language to be able to read,...

  • Product Line Manager, Automated X-Ray Systems

    3 days ago

    Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Nordson Full time

    Product Line Manager, Automated X-Ray Systems page is loaded Product Line Manager, Automated X-Ray Systems Apply locations United Kingdom - Aylesbury time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id REQ37654 Collaboration drives Nordson’s success as a market leader in Industrial Precision Solutions and Advanced Technology. Our...

  • Production Engineer

    1 month ago

    Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom XCL Management Global Recruitment Full time

    XCL Group are looking for a hard-working experienced Production Engineer to join one of clients in the Bletchley, Milton Keynes area. The client are a rapidly growing printing distribution company and are looking for someone to join their team of engineers. Duties to included but not limited to: Set up and maintain high speed printers to pre-defined...

  • Production Administrator and Stock Controller

    3 weeks ago

    Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Hunter Selection Full time

    ️ Production Administrator and Stock Controller  Aylesbury ⏲️ Part Time - 3/4 days a week with reduced hours One of our long standing clients manufacturing businesses in Aylesbury are looking for a part time Administrator / Stock Controller to join the production department: Role Requirements: Booking stock in - using an cloud based platform ...