Production Operations Planner

2 months ago


Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom MacTaggart Scott Full time

Overview:

MacTaggart Scott are looking to recruit an Operations Planner to work in our Production Planning Department.

Role:

This role reports directly into the Production Planning Manager. The Operations Planner is a key member of the Production Function. You will work closely with other Planners and Shop Floor Supervisors to ensure Customer delivery dates are met.

Duties will include:

  • Responsible for producing valid operating plans for the shop floor on a weekly basis by balancing available capacity with loads predicted by IFS & Rough Cut.
  • Communicate the weekly work centre load to the shop floor supervisors & team leaders in the form of detailed work centre schedules.
  • Provide guidance to shop floor supervisors and team leaders in how best to organize resources to achieve the plan.
  • Ensuring that each scheduled operation meets the required due date according to the higher-level schedules demanded by project activities and customer orders.
  • Determine the status of assigned project activities,expedite operations and materials that delay schedule and alter the schedules to meet unforeseen activities.
  • Focus on achieving Invoice Milestones
  • Kitting on Time
  • Take action to ensure that all scheduled work is prepared for release to production complete and on time – expedite all material shortages in advance.

Essential skills, experience and knowledge requirements:

The successful candidate must.

  • Must have excellent Communication Skills in order to convey Plans etc.
  • Must have the ability to work on your own and as part as a team.
  • Must have a methodical and organized work ethic and be able to plan ahead and prioritise work.
  • Must be able to work to a deadline.
  • Willingness to embrace ongoing learning and personal development.
  • Enthusiastic with a positive can-do attitude.
  • Solution based thinker.
  • Commitment to excellence.
  • IT Literate with a good understanding of Microsoft Office packages and the confidence to learn new IT systems.
  • Must be able to set and meet targets.
  • Good standard of secondary level education
  • Completed an Engineering Apprenticeship or have experience working in a Production or Planning environment.

Your future at MacTaggart Scott – What we offer you.

  • Comprehensive training will be provided to carry out the role
  • As part of our Healthy Work-Life Balance employees can choose between a 4- or 5-day working week. Allowing you to fit work around your priorities and personal life, not the other way round.
  • Flexible working hours between 07:00 and 19:00, and core hours of 09:30 – 15:30.
  • Our leave policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, paid parental leave, military reservist leave, plus more.
  • We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, with a dedicated Learning and Development team.
  • Reward and Recognition Scheme and access to Perkbox which offers a host of discounts.
  • At MacTaggart Scott, your health and safety is one of our top priorities, and our onsite H&S team take a rigorous approach in managing risks and protecting you. Our H&S committee meets regularly to carry out their own checks and discuss what MTS can do to improve our standards.
  • A generous referral programme.
  • Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program and committee, as well as our Employee Assistance Programme, and an onsite nurse.
  • Onsite Canteen and Car Park


About us


MacTaggart Scott primarily supports the Naval Defence industry, providing complete solutions to customer needs from analysis of initial customer requirements, to design and manufacture, and right through to commissioning and through life support. Established in 1898, we are proud of our history and tradition, but believe that sustainable competitive advantage can only be achieved through continuous improvement, investment, and a commitment to business excellence at every level within the company.

The successful candidate must hold or be able to meet the appropriate Security Clearance as required.


  • Paraplanner

    3 months ago


    Edinburgh, Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom Eden Scott Full time

    Due to continued growth and expansion of their team a leading financial advice firm with an office in Edinburgh are recruiting for a paraplanner or senior paraplanner. Ideally experienced with diploma minimum, but for the right individual they could also develop them internally. In addition they are offering hybrid working, exam support and excellent...

  • Press Brake Operator

    4 weeks ago


    Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom Greenfold Systems Ltd Full time

    Company DescriptionGreenfold Systems Ltd, located in Dunfermline, specialises in providing innovative solutions that mainstream CMS providers may not offer. The company focuses on exceeding customer expectations by offering outsourcing options with confidence and flexibility. Greenfold Systems Ltd is ISO 9001 - 2015 accredited and delivers best-in-class...

  • Paraplanner

    1 week ago


    Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom M&G plc. Full time

    At M&G our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. As an international savings and investments business with roots stretching back more than 170 years, we offer a range of financial products and services through Asset Management, Life and Wealth. All three operating segments work together to deliver attractive financial...


  • Edinburgh, Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom Strathberry Full time

    About StrathberryProudly Scottish at heart, but with a keen international outlook, Strathberry creates unique luxury pieces, handcrafted in Spain using only the very finest quality leathers and finishes. Known for its instantly recognisable bar closure and minimalist design aesthetic, Strathberry’s elegant lines and exceptional attention to detail have led...


  • Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom M&G plc. Full time

    At M&G our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. As an international savings and investments business with roots stretching back more than 170 years, we offer a range of financial products and services through Asset Management, Life and Wealth. All three operating segments work together to deliver attractive financial...


  • Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom NatWest Full time

    Join us as a Trading Product Control ManagerJoin a team that is accountable for closing and maintaining the integrity of the ledger for our Commercial & Institutional businessYou’ll be delivering an accurate understanding of the financial position, including key business drivers for material movementsAs a key member of our team, you’ll enjoy extensive...


  • Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom Sunamp Full time

    What you will need; Certification - 18th Edition, BS7671 (Desirable)Experience of completing electrical product design on manufactured products, is essential in order to be considered for this role Compliance to Product Design Standards such as EN 60335 Electrical wiring experience Knowledge of programming languages or PLC’s. Understanding of renewables...


  • Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom NatWest Full time

    Join us as a Fraud Policy & Oversight LeadThis is an extremely visible role in which you’ll be recognised as one of our leading fraud technical specialists and the primary interface with the NatWest Holdings’ First Line of Defence (FLOD) regarding internal and external fraudYou’ll be responsible for providing fraud technical expertise to conduct...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom Marks Sattin Full time

    Delighted to be working once more with one of our long standing clients, who are recruiting this newly created Finance role for a Commercial Financial Controller for one of Edinburgh's most iconic landmarks.Working alongside representatives from other professional bodies, this role will provide the full spectrum of commercial accounting support, to...

  • Catering Team Leader

    4 weeks ago


    Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom Compass Group UK Full time

    Job Description We're currently recruiting a dedicated Catering Team Leader to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Edinburgh Zoo aprox. 40 hours per week, 9am to 5pm between Monday and Sunday. As a Catering Team Leader, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress...


  • Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom M&G plc. Full time

    At M&G our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. As an international savings and investments business with roots stretching back more than 170 years, we offer a range of financial products and services through Asset Management, Life and Wealth. All three operating segments work together to deliver attractive financial...

  • Programme Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom Talent Solution TAPFIN Full time

    Responsible for shaping and leading major change initiatives which implement business strategies. Optimises resources across the programme to ensure delivery to agreed business plans within cost, quality and timescale objectives, and to ensure that the benefits identified in the business case can be realised. Leads a team of change professionals as either a...

  • Complaints Flow Lead

    1 month ago


    Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom Diligenta Full time

    Complaints Flow Lead Who are Diligenta?Our vision is to be acknowledged as best in-class, platform-based Life and Pensions Administration Service Provider. Customer service is at the heart of everything we do, and our aim is to transform our clients' operations. A business that has been described as 'home' by existing employees, we drive a...


  • Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom Alexander Mann Solutions Full time

    Our client, a major UK retail bank, provides every day banking services to over 17 million retail customers. The banks expertise and services span across Business Services, Corporate banking, Wealth Management, Group Functions, Retail and Investment Banking. On behalf of this organisation, AMS are looking for a Senior Credit Risk Analyst for an initial...


  • Edinburgh, Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom Cathcart Technology Full time

    Senior Software Engineering Manager required for a well-known Medical Software company in Edinburgh.The companyThey have been around for over 25 years, and have doubled in headcount over the last 3 years or so. The business operate across the medical technology industry and focus on the US market largely. They have recently gone through a great period of...

  • Brewer

    1 month ago


    Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom Jump Ship Brewing Ltd Full time

    We’re looking for a talented and motivated brewer to join us at our new brewery, based out at Rosemains Steading, a friendly community of makers and producers surrounded by beautiful countryside. Working as part of our brewing team, you’ll be responsible for day-to-day production of our beers, including packaging and pasteurisation. With an obsession for...


  • Edinburgh, Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom IC Resources Full time

    Our client based in Scotland is currently searching for a Senior Reliability Engineer to ensure the reliability, performance and safety of the companies devices and products. The role will involve conducting reliability testing and analysing failure points at IC, package and board level. Investigating root cause of failures will be required as well as...


  • Edinburgh, Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom Johnson Controls International Full time

    What you will doWorking alongside the customer, account manager, service and project teams the Senior Engineer will proactively identify risks and opportunities for the client, helping to shape energy strategies, developing roadmaps for future proofing systems and providing high level technical support to the project and service teams.From a static state...

  • Store Manager

    3 months ago


    Edinburgh, Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom Aubin & Wills Full time

    Location: Aubin, George Street, Edinburgh.About us:Aubin is a celebration of Britishness, authenticity, and longevity.By creating better, we encourage intelligent choices around sustainability, promoting a message of quality above quantity. We’re challenging the addiction to discount and throwaway fashion. The latest season, fads and fashions don’t...

  • General Manager

    4 weeks ago


    Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom SSP Careers Full time

    About the Role General Manager – Burger King @ Edinburgh Waverley Station If you're passionate about food and travel, you've come to the right place. We are the Global food travel experts, and we have something delicious for everyone. Whether you're flying, taking a train, or just passing by, we have the best food and drink options for you. ...