Production Controller

Production Controller Hemel Hempstead Permanent Role Days £35K Circa Depending on Experience Role Overview Our Client are seeking an experienced Production Controller withing Manufacturing Secotr to join our operations team based in Hemel Hempstead. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven individual with a strong manufacturing background to take ownership of production planning and scheduling in a dynamic environment. Job Title Production Controller Location Hemel Hempstead, UK Salary circa £35,000 per annum (depending on experience) Hours 40 hours per week - flexible working arrangements available Working Pattern Day shift, Monday to Friday Reporting To Production Manager Department Operations KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Plan and schedule production orders based on customer demand, stock levels, and available capacity Monitor production progress and adjust schedules proactively to address delays or material shortages Coordinate with the purchasing team to ensure raw materials and components are available when required Track production output, efficiency, and lead times, reporting variances to management Ensure production meets quality standards and customer specifications at all times Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve workflow efficiency Communicate daily priorities clearly to supervisors and production teamsKEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS On-Time In-Full (OTIF) delivery performance - minimum 95% Production schedule adherence Material availability and stock accuracy Manufacturing efficiency and throughput - factory efficiency minimum 85%SKILLS & COMPETENCIES Strong production planning and scheduling skills Good understanding of manufacturing processes including metal and joinery fabrication, painting and assembly Ability to read technical drawings and specifications Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills Confident communicator, able to collaborate effectively across departments High attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy under pressure Comfortable using ERP systems Proficient in Microsoft Excel (intermediate to advanced level) and good general IT skillsEXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS Minimum 5 years' experience in a production environment - shelving, shopfitting, or retail equipment preferred Previous experience in a production control, planning, or manufacturing coordination role Knowledge or qualification in lean methodologies (Lean / Six Sigma) desirable Fluent English - written and spoken Production Controller / Joinery / Fabrication / Manufacturing / Manufacturing Production Engineer