Planner, Manufacturing ​/ Production, Operations Engineer

Country : United Kingdom

City : Peterborough

Req  : 516923

Job Type : Full Time

Workplace Type : Hybrid

Seniority Level : Associate

Cubis Systems is a global leader in the design engineering and manufacture of network access products for the infrastructure utility and construction markets. Headquartered in Northern Ireland Cubis is part of the 27 billion CRH Group and operates from multiple sites across the UK and Ireland exporting to over 30 countries worldwide.

Join a high-growth global business with over 200m in revenue operating across the UK Ireland Netherlands, France and Germany. We specialise in manufacturing solutions that simplify complex infrastructure projects providing innovative and sustainable products to international clients.

Position : Planner

Reports to :
Planning Team Leader

Based at our Tallington site the Planner is responsible for coordinating and managing projects ensuring that timelines budgets and objectives are met. This role involves analysing data forecasting trends and collaborating with various stakeholders to develop effective strategies.

• Work closely with the Customer Service, Production and Logistics departments to ensure customer requirements and demands are met in a time efficient manner.
• Develop a detailed time based production schedule in response to customer requirements.
• Supply the Production department with manufacturing plans and Works Orders that meet customer requirements and ensure the necessary labour materials and capacity are available to meet demands.
• Review and monitor work schedules and capacity planning systems to identify capacity constraints and bottlenecks.
• Resolve issues in a timely manner to prevent delays in the shipment of goods to customers.
• Maintain inventory stock level of sub assembly and finished goods in line with lead times.
• Provide regular progress reports to Management including recommendations for production and team based efficiency improvements.
• Review planned vs actual percentages attained daily.
• Actively look for improvements to the planning process within the business & offer support for new initiatives.
• Report & analysis to identify potential problems in planning schedule.
• Generate exception / suggestion messages to alert to potential issues or blockages in the planning schedule.

• Evaluate project outcomes and processes to identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure that all planning activities and processes comply with relevant laws and regulations.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Prepare regular reports on project status challenges and achievements for stakeholders.
• All other duties as deemed necessary by the Planning Team Leader.

• Willingness to travel across all sites.
• Mathematically and statistically inclined and able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of business operations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills are essential and the successful candidate will also be able to manage their own time be action oriented resilient and resourceful.
• Have knowledge of general manufacturing processes and be a natural problem solver.
• A third level qualification in Planning or similar qualification is desirable.
• Having undertaken training in a project lead capacity is desirable.

• A minimum of five GCSE including English and Mathematics or equivalent.
• Previous experience working in a similar role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in the MS Office suite including Access as well having experience in ERP systems.

• Manages ambiguity.
• Communicates effectively.
• Manages conflict.
• Drive engagement.
• Cultivates innovation.
• Interpersonal savvy.
• Situational adaptability.
• Balances stakeholders.
• Technical know-how.
• Optimises work processes.
• Note :
  This list is not exhaustive and may be updated based on business needs. Flexibility and adaptability are key aspects of this role.

Interested candidates should submit their applications to - by Thursday 27th November 2025.

• Competitive salary
• Company pension contribution
• A range of healthcare options
• Competitive holidays including Christmas shutdown
• Employee Committees for Health & Wellbeing and Inclusion & Diversity
• Engagement & Wellbeing initiatives
• Employee referral programme
• Enhanced Family friendly policies
• Career development opportunities across IPE and the wider CRH Group

Cubis Systems is an equal opportunity employer which values differences in our people. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and we provide equality through our career development opportunities regardless of race gender sexual orientation religious beliefs nationality age and disability.

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