Production Controller

We are a managed service provider who have exclusively partnered up with an exciting Aerospace company near Oxford to handle their entire recruitment process as they search for a Production Controller to join them on a long-term contract basis. They manufacture revolutionary technology supporting the ever-growing advanced air mobility sector out of their state-of-the-art facility. You will have the opportunity to work in a fantastic work environment. It will initially begin as a 6-month contract with the opportunity to continue on an ongoing basis. The successful Production Controller will have the following responsibilities: * Regularly checking material availability and raising work orders while ensuring work packages are ready for production * Tracking open WIP while addressing blockers to with the wider teams to ensure issues are resolved with minimal delay. * Collaborate with ME, Engineering and Supply chain on BOM and SAP item master setup/maintenance. * Ensuring MRP is giving the appropriate demand signal for procurement items and analysing and addressing the root cause of issues when necessary * Supporting planners, industrial engineer and production team for SAP data collection and data analysis (Cycle time, Scrap, S&OP etc.) * Responsible for maintaining stock levels on shelf-life items and bulk materials within the organisation to ensure optimal inventory at all times. * Support other planners and planning lead for their daily planning activities and KPI measurements * Support in setting up work to lists, pick/shipping lists and automate where possible The Production Controller will ideally have the following skills or experience: * Previous proven experience working within a similar role * Instinctive problem-solving skills coupled with a sound analytical approach * A 'self-starter' attitude with energy and enthusiasm, with the ability to thrive in a small business environment * Ability to work under pressure while managing conflicting demands against tight deadlines * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel. * A flexible approach to work If you are looking to join an exciting company on their journey to revolutionise the aerospace industry, apply on the link below