Job Description

Role: Expediter

Contract Length: 3 months (potential extension to 6 months)

Start Date: Immediate

Industry: Aerospace Manufacturing

Working Pattern: Full-time, on-site (Monday-Friday) 07:00-15:30

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and organised Expediter to support production within a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the efficient movement of components and assemblies throughout the production process, helping to maintain workflow and achieve on-time delivery targets.

Working closely with Production, Planning and Manufacturing teams, you will monitor work orders, identify bottlenecks, and ensure parts progress through each manufacturing stage without unnecessary delay.

Key Responsibilities of an Expeditor

Expedite the movement of components and products between production cells and machining and inspection operations.

Monitor the progress of manufacturing work orders and ensure they remain on schedule.

Identify production delays or bottlenecks and escalate issues where appropriate.

Liaise with Production, Planning, Logistics and Quality teams to maintain production flow and delivery.

Update and maintain accurate production records and work order status.

Produce by day and by hour plans.

Ensure manufacturing priorities are communicated effectively across departments.

Support the achievement of production and customer delivery targets.

Maintain a safe and organised working environment in accordance with company procedures.Essential Skills & Experience of an Expeditor

Previous experience in an Expediter, Progress Chaser, Production Controller or similar manufacturing support role.

Experience working within a manufacturing environment.

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to work across different production teams.

Proactive approach to problem-solving and identifying production issues.

Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment.Desirable Skills

Previous experience within the aerospace industry (preferred).

Experience using SAP or a similar ERP/MRP system.

Understanding of manufacturing work orders and production planning processes.

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