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Production Planning and Control Placement (13 months)

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Airbus

6d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Engineering
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Portsmouth
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must be an undergraduate in STEM or related fields, possess strong organizational, IT, and communication skills, and be eligible for UK SC Security Clearance or BPSS check.
  • You will create and optimize production schedules, manage material risks, handle supplier quotations, oversee work orders, coordinate deliveries, analyze production status, and lead meetings.

Requirements

  • - Our placements are open to Undergraduates only. Therefore it is mandatory for candidates to be an undergraduate for the whole duration of the placement. Please inform your graduation date on your application.
  • - Successful candidates will typically be able to demonstrate the following:
  • - Studying towards a degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics), Supply Chain Management, Operations Management or Business Management;
  • - Good organisational skills (time management, planning, prioritisation, etc.);
  • - IT and numerical skills;
  • - Good communication with stakeholders from different levels and the ability to influence;
  • - Problem solving skills;
  • - Team working.
  • - SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check).

Responsibilities

  • Create, maintain and optimise the production schedule (using Oracle Primavera P6) according to our industrial capacity and capabilities;
  • Create or load demand in Material Requirements/Resource Planning (MRP I and MRP II) software (SAP P11) ensuring accurate material cost allocations;
  • Identify, manage and control material risks and shortages for your allocated project or product;
  • Confirm suitable supplier quotations (lead time and cost) and release purchase requisitions in accordance with the project schedule requirements;
  • Manage work orders (release, expedite and closure) for internal make parts or assemblies, providing authorisation to AIT operations and ensuring full traceability of materials throughout the project or product lifecycle;
  • Raise Delivery Request Notes (DRN), coordinating inputs from internal stakeholders to ensure deliveries and completed and fulfilled on time while satisfying the applicable export, compliance and customs controls;
  • Analyse the status of production (progress, impacts, blockers and issues) and iterate the production plan;
  • Prepare and participate or lead the Weekly Master Production meetings involving all the stakeholders;
  • Build, update and analyse KPIs measuring production plan execution and deliveries with a view to defining improvement plans and associated actions.

FAQs

What is the duration of the placement?

The duration of the placement is 13 months.

When does the placement start?

The placement starts on 21st July 2025.

Where is the placement located?

The placement is located in Portsmouth.

What is the salary for this placement?

The salary for this placement is £22,250.

What are the working hours for this position?

The working hours are 37 hours per week, with flexible working hours and half day Fridays.

Who is eligible to apply for this placement?

The placement is open to undergraduates only, and candidates must remain an undergraduate for the entire duration of the placement.

What educational background is preferred for this role?

Candidates should be studying towards a degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics), Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or Business Management.

Do I need to provide additional documents with my application?

Yes, you must include your CV and a cover letter for your application to be considered.

Is security clearance required for this role?

Yes, candidates must be eligible to gain UK SC Security Clearance or will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check).

What kind of activities will I be involved in during the placement?

Activities include creating and maintaining production schedules, managing material risks, preparing for production meetings, and analyzing production plan execution.

Are there any specific skills required for the role?

Yes, successful candidates should demonstrate good organizational skills, IT and numerical skills, communication abilities, problem-solving skills, and teamwork.

Is there any support for candidates who need adjustments during the application process?

Yes, candidates can request adjustments for the application process, and any disclosed information will be treated in strict confidence.

Airbus

We pioneer sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world.

Defence & Aerospace
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2014
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide the most efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers the most modern and fuel-efficient airliners. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide. Airbus approaches sustainability by respecting the planet, valuing people and enabling prosperity. These guiding principles are embedded in our operations and activities. In 2022, the Company generated revenues of €58.8 billion and employed a workforce of around 134,000.

Culture & Values

  • Customer Focus

    Customer focus is deeply embedded into our mindset, driving us to deliver on time, on cost and on quality. We partner with our customers to satisfy their needs and deliver benefits through valuable and sustainable solutions. We understand that each of us has an impact on customer relations through the work we do, which is why we always act with integrity and to the highest professional standards.

  • Integrity

    We work with integrity, choosing to speak up when our principles for ethical conduct are not respected. Our zero tolerance on unethical and non-compliant actions enables us to move forward with positivity and care. We act as ambassadors for the company, representing the integrity of Airbus even when we are outside work. The Airbus Ethics and Compliance programme seeks to ensure that the company business practices not only conform to applicable laws, regulations and principles, but remains above all ethical standard benchmarks.

  • Respect

    Respect guides us in our daily interactions. We respect each other, our customers and our products. We focus on building trust through transparent and honest communications. We create inclusive working environments, where all employees are listened to and valued for their individuality. We treat each other, and all our stakeholders, in the same considerate way that we would wish to be treated ourselves.

  • Creativity

    We value and encourage creativity. We recognise that creativity exists in many forms, with ideas brimming at every level, from “shoot for the moon” ambitions, right down to our daily work. Creativity can often mean simply looking at things in a different way and our collaborative culture allows us to build on ideas and continually improve the work that we do. We make sure that everyone at Airbus has the time, space and tools to progress ideas with imagination and passion. We are always ready to act with courage, challenging our ideas and learning from our processes when we need to go back to the drawing board.

  • Reliability

    We strive to maintain and build on our standards, proving and cementing our reputation for reliability. We each feel responsible for the collective success and progress of our global team and take accountability for our actions and outputs. We are dependable and can be trusted to ensure the safety and success of our products. We take pride in our work, ensuring the service and products we deliver are exceptional and completely reliable.

  • We are One / Team Work!

    We understand that there is power in individuals, but believe there is a much greater power in collaboration and teamwork. We seek to create engaging and inclusive workplaces, where everyone has the freedom to speak up and listen to each other with an open mind.

Benefits

  • Company Pension Scheme

  • Employee Discounts

  • Health Insurance

  • Parental Leave

  • Paid and Unpaid Holidays