Production Scheduler

Production Scheduler Alcester Permanent Up to £55,000 Overview EMBS Engineering Ltd is working in partnership with a leading precision engineering manufacturer, located in Alcester, that is currently in the market for a Production Scheduler to join their company permanently. This market leader is a well-established entity within the precision engineering industries and boasts a rich history of supporting globally recognised customers with safety-critical, highly complex components. What’s in it for you? * Stability / Longevity: Join a well-established and growing business with a strong order book * Competitive salary: Up tp £55,000 per annum * Early finish on a Friday * Benefits: Company pension, holiday entitlement, and further training opportunities Your responsibilities will include: * Lead the monthly cycle to bridge the gap between commercial demand and operational supply. * Own the Master Production Schedule (MPS), balancing complex resource capacity with high-stakes delivery targets. * Sequence weekly manufacturing orders to maximise efficiency, minimise changeovers, and guarantee OTD. * Monitor daily performance and pivot schedules dynamically to protect production flow. * Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure 100% material availability and lean inventory levels. * Champion automation and digitalisation efforts within ERP/MRP systems to modernise planning. * Use data-driven KPIs—like Schedule Adherence and Utilisation—to spark process innovations. Essential Experience / Skills / Qualifications * ​​Proven success navigating fast-paced production environments as a Planner or Scheduler—you know how to keep the floor moving. * A deep understanding of SIOP/S&OP and capacity planning; you’re an expert at balancing the "seesaw" of demand and supply. * High proficiency in major systems (such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics) with the ability to turn raw data into actionable plans. * A natural communicator who can translate data into a story, influencing teams across Engineering, Purchasing, and Sales. * A sharp eye for detail and a knack for proactive problem-solving when faced with supply chain constraints. About Us EMBS Engineering is a dedicated talent specialist that partners with some of the UK’s most prestigious, advanced, precision engineering companies within the Aerospace, Automotive / Motorsport, Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Green, Environmental and FMCG industries. We’ll offer you expert support and advice throughout the process to ensure you select and secure a career-defining role. Please note, due to the nature of the markets our client supplies into, all candidates must be UK residents. We cannot offer visa sponsorship for overseas candidates