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Production Planner

AT Applied Materials
Applied Materials

Production Planner

Alzenau in Unterfranken, Germany

Who We Are:

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips - the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world - like AI and IoT. If you want to work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible® a Better Future.

You're eager to:

  • Be a part of highly qualified team, located in several facilities within Germany, to efficiently manage the production planning as well as manufacturing domain of complex modules developed by our Engineering / R&D team.
  • Collaborate with other Stakeholders worldwide to ensure a prompt execution as well as efficient and smooth production.
  • Take a lead on implementing / streamlining existing processes for enabling smooth manufacturing processes in our facility all over Germany

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Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic/targeted implementation of Production Order´s (PR´s) , Design Notification´s (DN´s), cost center requirements, and initiation of procurement processes with the aim of minimizing the number of transactions in coordination with Sourcing and the superior.

2. Monitoring project deadlines, tracking submission deadlines of all parties involved, and participating in deadline clarification meetings.

3. Managing bills of materials (BOM) in SAP in preparation for production orders, in coordination with "BUY" and "MAKE."

4. Creating, managing, and controlling production orders for a smooth assembly process, considering minimal capital commitment (controlled build).

5. Handling deviations (NCs - Non-Conformities) as necessary, creating Q-notifications in SAP in coordination with the departments of Design, ME (Manufacturing Engineering), Purchasing, and Assembly.

6. Managing materials/components no longer needed for use, checking their usability (in coordination with Design - Manufacturing Engineering), or managing their use in subsequent projects.

7. Participating in Change Management (TRIAD meeting / Cange Control Board) for Engineering Change Requests (ECR) to ensure smooth change management (ECN; Engineering Change Notes) of components in the procurement and assembly phase in terms of time, quantity, quality, and cost relevance.

8. Processing and forwarding change notifications (ECN).

9. Implementation and compliance with AMAT-specific iQMS content within the area of responsibility, as well as continuous process improvement within the area of responsibility.

Functional Knowledge

  • Demonstrates expanded conceptual knowledge in own discipline and broadens capabilities
  • Very good SAP skills
  • Technical background

Business Expertise

  • Understands key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work
  • Completed technical vocational training with further education to become a technician/master (m/f/d) with a good commercial understanding.
  • Initial professional experience in work preparation in an international company in the field of mechanical engineering, preferably vacuum coating systems.
  • Knowledge of SAP R3 & 6.0.
  • Good knowledge of MS Office.
  • Good German and English skills, both written and spoken.
  • High social competence and good team and communication skills.

Leadership

  • No supervisory responsibilities but provides informal guidance to new team members

Problem Solving

  • Solves problems in straightforward situations
  • Analyzes possible solutions using technical experience and judgment and precedents

Impact

  • Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team
  • works within guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

  • Explains complex information to others in straightforward situations

Additional Job Description

  • Candidate has to be able to work independent with limited guidance
  • Assertiveness and commitment are given

Your profile :

  • Industrial or mechanical engineer or a comparable degree
  • at least 5 years of professional experience in production planning in mechanical engineering with a high proportion of product development for small and medium series
  • Familiar with material management
  • Solid knowledge of SAP and MS Office
  • Understand and interpret engineering BOMS / drawings & review them
  • Capability to work in an international environment
  • Experience in developing and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimal performance.
  • Fluency in German & English
  • Structured and analytical approach
  • Strong planning skills
  • Independent and team-oriented way of working
  • interest in further development

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's Degree

Skills

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:

2 - 4 Years

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Shift:

Day (Germany)

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

No

Referral Payment Plan:

Employee Referral (Standard)

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Client-provided location(s): 63 Alzenau, Germany
Job ID: Applied_Materials-R2511876
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Work-From-Home Stipend
  • Office Life and Perks

    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • 401(K)
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities