Harvey Clough

Production Planner Location: Gloucester (On-site) Contract: Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week  Department: Operations – Planning & LogisticsOverview Our client, a global leader in Aerospace & Defence manufacturing, is seeking a highly organised and analytical Production Planner to join their Operations team. This role is critical in ensuring production schedules are optimised to meet customer demand, contractual obligations, and operational capacity within a highly regulated manufacturing environment.The successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating production activity, supporting on-time delivery, and driving continuous improvement across planning and manufacturing processes. Key Responsibilities Develop, manage, and maintain detailed production schedules aligned to customer demand, inventory levels, and manufacturing capacity. Work closely with Material Planners, Engineering, and Operations teams to ensure materials availability and smooth workflow across production. Monitor production performance and proactively adjust plans to mitigate risks, resolve bottlenecks, and maintain delivery commitments. Analyse demand forecasts, historical data, and capacity models to anticipate future production requirements. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of production plans, inventory, and work-in-progress within ERP systems. Collaborate with Process and Quality Engineering teams to support continuous improvement initiatives, improving efficiency and reducing waste. Communicate clearly with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on priorities, schedules, and delivery timelines. Support new product introductions (NPI), engineering changes, and updates to production plans. Provide planning support for customer-facing discussions when required. Undertake additional reasonable duties in line with the role.   Skills & Experience Proven experience in production planning, scheduling, or manufacturing operations, ideally within Aerospace, Defence, or other regulated industries. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Experience using ERP/MRP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder management abilities. Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies is desirable. Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.  Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline OR Minimum 3+ years’ experience in a production planning or scheduling role.   Additional Information Due to the nature of the industry, candidates will be required to undergo security clearance and must have the right to work in the UK. Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

Job Title: Fabricator Location: Bradley Stoke                 Pay Rate: £35,000 DOE                  Shift: Days Monday – Friday Contract Type: PermanentAn established engineering business specialising in fluid transfer systems is currently looking to recruit an experienced Fabricator’s to join their manufacturing team. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a permanent role within a stable, growing organisation that works to high quality and safety standards.You will be responsible for fabricating, assembling, inspecting, and testing precision fluid system assemblies, working from P&IDs, CAD drawings, and work instructions. The role suits someone with strong attention to detail, experience working to tight tolerances, and a proactive approach to quality and safety.Key Responsibilities – Fabricator Fabricate and assemble fluid transfer system assemblies to customer specificationsOperate and program CNC tube-cutting machinerySet up and operate tube-bending equipment to tight tolerancesRead and interpret P&IDs, 2D/3D CAD drawings, and BOMsCarry out pressure, functional, and leak testingComplete in-process and final inspectionsRecord work completed using internal ERP/MRP systemsIdentify and report non-conformances and quality issuesMaintain high standards of health, safety, and housekeeping (5S)  Qualifications & Requirements -Fabricator Minimum 3 years’ experience in a fabrication, manufacturing, or engineering environmentStrong ability to read and work from technical drawings and P&IDsExperience working to tight tolerances on complex assembliesGood understanding of quality and safety proceduresConfident using basic IT systems ISO 9001 or regulated manufacturing environment experienceLean manufacturing / 5S knowledge What we can offer – Fabricator Competitive salary depending on experienceFull-time, permanent positionStable workload within a specialist engineering businessOngoing training and developmentClean, organised workshop environment For more information on this role, please contact Harvey Clough on 01453 829799 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected] Resource Group is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Oil & Gas, Construction and Manufacturing sectors. Candidates who are currently a Fabricator, Tube Bender, Mechanical Assembler, Manufacturing Technician, or Production Engineer within an engineering or manufacturing environment.For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.ukOmega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.