About Bodycote

At Bodycote, we’re more than the world’s leading provider of heat treatment and specialist thermal processing services. We’re a people business at heart. Our commitment to innovation and sustainability shapes everything we do. With a global footprint and a culture built on collaboration, curiosity, and continuous improvement, we create an environment where you can grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact. Sustainability is central to our future. We’re on an ambitious journey to reduce our environmental impact through advanced technologies, smarter processes, and ongoing innovation, with our teams around the world playing a key role in making that happen.

The Role

As Senior Production Controller, you’ll take ownership of the day-to-day production planning and control of the site, ensuring resources, processes, and outputs align with operational goals. You’ll play a key role in maintaining performance, quality, and efficiency across all production activities. You’ll take ownership of production scheduling, resource deployment, quality compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives, delivering meaningful outcomes for our business, our customers, and the industries we serve.

Who We’re Looking For

• Strong problem-solving skills with a numerate and analytical mindset

• Experience within an engineering or process-driven environment (aircraft industry preferred)

• Good working knowledge of computer systems and production planning tools

What’s In It for You

• Career progression opportunities within a global organisation

• Exposure to international projects and change initiatives

• A supportive, inclusive culture where your development matters

• The opportunity to help shape the next chapter of our business

• Competitive salary and benefits package

Location & Work Pattern

This role is based in Derby, with onsite working expectations and shift patterns. Some flexibility and occasional travel may be required depending on business needs.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re ready to join Bodycote and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and start your journey with us.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of characteristics protected by local law, including (where applicable) gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, and ethnic origin. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment.