Production Controller

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton, Lancashire is currently looking to recruit a Production / Manufacturing Controller subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. This role is ideally looking for a candidate with a strong Lineside Production background. The department welcomes applications from candidates who may currently hold titles such as Production Controller, Production Coordinator, Material Controller, Production Planner, Manufacturing Coordinator or Shop Floor Controller etc. Candidates with experience supporting shop floor operations, managing production orders, controlling materials or Work in Progress (WIP), and working closely with manufacturing teams to ensure materials are available to support production schedules are particularly encouraged to apply.

Hourly Rate: £24.78ph, after 12 weeks the rate increases to £26.12ph. Overtime hours (over 37 hours) are at normal hourly rate plus 50% Overtime Rate: Hours worked over 37 hours per week, are worked at the Overtime rate of time and a half.

Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter)

Job Description: Line Side Manufacturing Controller is required to support production operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will ensure that materials, components, and production kits are available at the point of use to maintain uninterrupted manufacturing flow.

Working closely with production, stores, and planning teams, the Line Side Manufacturing Controller will be responsible for managing material availability, work order control, and line-side inventory to ensure the efficient build and delivery of products.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all materials and components are available line-side to support production schedules.
• Control and manage manufacturing orders and production documentation within the ERP system (e.g., SAP).
• Monitor material shortages and escalate issues to relevant teams to prevent disruption to production.
• Liaise with stores, planning, procurement, and production teams to resolve supply issues.
• Manage and maintain line-side stock locations and material flow.
• Support the creation and control of production kits to ensure build readiness.
• Track Work In Progress (WIP) and support production build requirements.
• Ensure materials are issued correctly and recorded accurately within company systems.
• Assist with inventory checks and cycle counts where required.
• Support continuous improvement activities to enhance material flow and production efficiency.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, safety, and compliance within the manufacturing area.

Key Skills & Experience

• Experience working within a manufacturing, production, or engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of material control, production support, or manufacturing logistics.
• Experience using ERP or MRP systems (SAP experience desirable).
• Ability to work closely with production teams in a fast-paced shop floor environment.
• Experience identifying and resolving material shortages or production issues.
• Good communication skills with the ability to liaise across multiple departments.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience as a Manufacturing Controller, Production Controller, or Material Controller.
• Experience within aerospace, defence, automotive, or complex manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement principles.
• Experience working with production schedules or manufacturing planning teams.