Job Description

We are looking for a highly motivated Production Controller to join our operations team. This role is pivotal in leading and developing ERP based planning and control activities, ensuring efficient production planning, accurate materials control and continuous improvement of ERP processes. You will work closely with operations, supply chain, sales, and finance teams to drive performance and deliver results.

Key responsibilities

Support the Production Control Lead in day-to-day activities. Use MRP system (123insight) to create and manage production works orders. Check and update BOMs, edit routings, and correct invalid project assignments. Raise rework orders as required. Execute MRP production actions: reschedule, cancel, and place works orders. Run auto-assign and production control loading in priority order. Close and complete works orders accurately. Issue shortages to production and resolve transaction discrepancies. Attend daily production meetings in the absence of the Production Control Lead and action agreed outcomes. Drive continuous improvement initiatives within production control processes.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

Level 3 qualification (A-Level, BTEC, NVQ) or equivalent in a relevant technical or business discipline. Proven experience in production control, planning, or scheduling within a manufacturing or engineering environment (marine or similar high-integrity sector preferred). Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., 123insight, SAP, Oracle). Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials control, and shop floor operations. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail. Ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks to meet deadlines. Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel for reporting and analysis. Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-department collaboration. Commitment to continuous improvement and process efficiency. Knowledge of MRP actions such as works order creation, rescheduling, and resource loading. Understanding of BOM structures, routings, and costed works orders.
Kraken Works Limited is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and offers equal opportunities to all. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.

Important to know:

Due to the nature of our work many of our roles require a UK nationality and the ability to obtain a security clearance. Applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment must meet the requirement of right to work in the UK and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and will be subject to Government security checks.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free flu jabs Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Private dental insurance Private medical insurance Sick pay
Application question(s):

Are you eligible to work in the UK? Have you lived in the UK for at least five years? Are you able to work onsite, Monday to Friday? What are you salary expectations? What is your notice period? Are you qualified to level 3 (A level, BTEC or NVQ) or equivalent in a relevant technical or business discipline? Can you evidence recent relevant experience in a Production Controller role in a manufacturing environment? Do you have recent hands on experience with ERP/MRP systems, if yes, which systems?
Work Location: In person