Job Description

Production Controller

Full time

Solihull

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Production Controller to join our Planning and Control (P&C) team within Assembly, Test, and Control Systems in Solihull.

In this role you will be working within an MBU, responsible for your defined portfolio of products & components (parts / items) across the full product lifecycle. You will be expected to drive adherence to the commitment accepted plan whilst ensuring maintenance of MRP and supporting systems (where applicable).

Working within an operational team identifying and prioritising delivery issues, escalating appropriately whilst assisting any mitigation and resolution of risks which would impact delivery and inventory performance. Be the first point of contact with regards to delivery for the external or internal supply-chain.

What you will be doing:

• Production Controlling - Working with the team to ensure adherence to the plan at machine level and use machine scheduling techniques to control production through the process in line with the customer expectation. Ensure the correct priority call is made when resource contention occurs.
• Ensuring that all planning systems used to control production planning are managed and maintained daily including inbound SUBCON / Supplier delivery commitments in line with the RRPS.
• Adherence against the agreed business plan in conjunction with the extended functional teams and in line with Rolls Royce Production System requirements. Where performance diverges from the plan, identify, mitigate and prioritise effective resolution. Ensure appropriate escalation of the delivery issues, mitigating actions and recovery plans, using standard tools, processes and metric production Reporting - SMWIP, Production Order Adherence, Throughput Monitoring.
• SUBCON Management - Regular reviews and communication on delivery plans, measuring of SLA adherence and the escalation of issues when required.
• Material availability: Interface with the order controller for early identification and impact of possible shortages and excess affecting the business plan, to ensure mitigating actions are completed and escalate where appropriate.
• Ensure that all planning systems are managed and maintained with all front-end actions are executed in a timely manner in line with the RRPS.
• Support the return of parts back to a supplier or plant, where non-conformance is identified and where required, liaise with in factory logistics team to ensure timely receipt and despatch of parts.
• Working with relevant stakeholders and third-party service providers support the resolution of all inbound delivery issues into CFBU or other plants including Stock in Transit, GRIP and NCR stock.

Preferred requirements:

• Operational discipline, must be able to prioritise logically.
• Excellent organisation skills and be detail orientated, ability to analyse data quickly and effectively.
• Great communication skills: Can build relationships and influence others, assertive but respectful.
• Has a proven track record of execution.
• Exhibits calm decision making skills under pressure.
• Proven ability to remain calm focused and objective during critical periods.

Why Rolls-Royce?

At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.

By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture.

Regional Benefits:

• Generous Annual Leave.
• Retirement Savings through the Rolls-Royce Retirement Savings Trust.
• Group Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls-Royce & Group Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury.
• Your Shares: Matched is a simple way to own Rolls-Royce shares and invest in our future, together. Buy one share, get one free!
• Employee Assistance (EAP) and Live Well programmes.

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.

Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.

Closing Date: 4th June 2026

As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.

Job Category

Supply Chain Planning & Control

Posting Date

22 May 2026; 00:05

Posting End Date

04 Jun 2026