About this role
As a Production Planner, you will play a central role in an advanced and technology-driven organization where precision, structure, and efficiency are paramount. You will be an essential part of the effort to plan, coordinate, and develop the production process—with the goal of ensuring high quality, delivery precision, and continuous improvements.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The company is a global player in high-tech manufacturing with customers and partners around the world. Here, advanced components are developed and produced for some of the most exciting technological solutions of the future. The culture is characterized by a passion for technology, attention to detail, and a strong focus on collaboration between departments.
You will be part of a dedicated and skilled team within production planning and logistics. Together, you will be responsible for efficient material flows, optimized resource utilization, and a well-structured production process that meets the high demands of customers.
In the role of Production Planner, you will be responsible for production planning and inventory management from start to finish. You will act as the link between projects and production, ensuring that customer needs are translated into concrete plans. The work combines operational tasks with analysis and improvement initiatives, where your ability to see the big picture and drive development will be crucial for success.
YOU WILL BE OFFERED
- The opportunity to influence working methods and contribute to the development of efficient processes
- A culture characterized by collaboration, interest in technology, and continuous improvement
- Varied tasks in close collaboration with technology, projects, and production
RESPONSIBILITIES
The role involves planning and optimizing production schedules as well as managing material flows to ensure efficient production.
* Plan and follow up on production to meet customer needs
* Create production orders and ensure material availability before production starts
* Provide input for resource planning and forecasts
* Manage order flows and customer contacts within operations
* Perform inventory management and stocktaking in SAP
* Convert customer documentation into internal formats
* Actively participate in improvement initiatives focusing on LEAN, 5S, and VSM
* Initiate purchases of consumables
WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOU WHO
- Has a completed post-secondary education in logistics, production technology, or industrial economics
- Has experience working in ERP systems, preferably SAP
- Possesses good knowledge of production, production planning, and purchasing
- Has the ability to manage and analyze large amounts of data and present results in an educational manner
It is advantageous if you have
- Understanding and interest in LEAN methods and principles (5S, VSM, continuous improvements)
To succeed in this role, you possess the following personal qualities:
- Organized
- Responsible
- Helpful
- Optimistic
OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS
This recruitment process is managed by Academic Work, and our client's request is that all questions regarding the position be directed to Academic Work.
We apply continuous selection and will remove the advertisement once enough candidates have reached the final stage of the recruitment process. When applying, a CV is requested. A cover letter is not used as a selection method and therefore does not need to be attached. The recruitment process includes two selection tests: a personality test and a cognitive ability test. The tests are a tool to identify the candidate with the highest potential for the position and to promote equality, diversity, and a fair recruitment process.
INFORMATION ABOUT THE COMPANY
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