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Production Controller

Belfast
1 week ago
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At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.

Your role

We’re looking for a highly organized and proactive Production Controller to join our aerospace commercial team. In this pivotal role, you’ll be responsible for translating production plans into actionable schedules, ensuring smooth execution, and coordinating across departments to keep operations running efficiently and on time.

Key Responsibilities
Production Planning & Execution

  • Translate the Master Production Schedule into detailed daily/weekly plans

  • Manage and release work orders, adjusting priorities in real-time

  • Track production progress and resolve delays or bottlenecks

    Monitoring & Reporting

  • Monitor KPIs and generate reports for production meetings

  • Ensure resource availability (manpower, machines, tools) aligns with plans

    Problem Solving & Recovery

  • Investigate production issues and implement corrective actions

  • Develop short-term recovery plans and manage non-conformities

    Cross-Functional Coordination

  • Lead daily production meetings and liaise with Logistics, Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance

  • Keep planning systems (e.g., SAP, MES) updated with real-time status

    Logistics & Inventory

  • Oversee inbound, internal, and outbound logistics

  • Manage inventory levels, warehouse optimization, and transport planning

  • Ensure compliance with customs and regulatory requirements

    Master Data & Digitalization

  • Support master data governance and quality in ERP systems

  • Contribute to logistics process improvement and automation initiatives

    Your Profile

  • Experience in production control, logistics, or manufacturing operations

  • Strong knowledge of ERP/MES systems (e.g., SAP)

  • Excellent problem-solving, coordination, and communication skills

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment

    If you're excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply, your unique experience could be just what we need.​

    What you’ll love about working here​

  • Open access to digital learning platforms​

  • Active employee networks promoting diversity, equity and inclusion like OutFront, CapAbility or (email address removed)

  • Exposure to top global companies working with Capgemini (145 of the Fortune 500 companies)​

    Need to know​

  • All roles will require a level of security clearance; BPSS OR Security Clearance OR Developed Vetting. ​

  • You can bring your whole self to work. At Capgemini building an inclusive future is part of everyday life and will be part of your working reality. We have built a representative and welcoming environment, for everyone.​

    Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem

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