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Production Planner 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

Production Planner 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

Zurich, Switzerland

The opportunity

Our local Insulation & Components product group is the technical market leader in the design and manufacture of transformer bushings. Customers include well-known, international companies in the electrical industry involved in power generation, power transmission and power distribution. Our high-voltage bushings occupy a top position worldwide.

We are currently setting up Sales and Operation Planning at the Altstetten site to be able to plan production and upstream processes efficiently and at an early stage. In addition, the positive working environment and our reliability are to be further promoted. You will play a key role in the implementation of the new planning processes and work closely with Production and all adjacent departments.

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If this sounds appealing to you and you enjoy the hub function as a planner, then become our production planner!

How you'll make an impact

  • Implement current production planning strategies effectively in daily tasks
  • Plan production orders based on capacity and material availability, ensuring on-time delivery
  • Serve as a hub between Sales, Engineering, Purchasing, and Production, managing communication and workflow
  • Handle delays efficiently and ensure customer deadlines are met
  • Monitor the entire value chain, identify scheduling issues early, and take proactive steps to resolve them
  • Coordinate scheduling and capacity resource planning in collaboration with the production team

Your background

  • Basic technical education, with further education in the field of logistics PPS (process/operations specialist or technician HF) is advantageous
  • At least 5 years of experience in production planning
  • Important prerequisites for this interesting, versatile task are analytical thinking, a structured way of working, and high resilience in a varied daily business
  • A reliable go-getter with a high degree of independence, initiative, and the ability to work in a team
  • Good communication and enthusiasm skills help in performing the hub function with confidence
  • Experienced and confident handling of SAP (modules PP, MM, SD, and if applicable QM) and MS Office applications are basic requirements for performing the tasks
  • Knowledge of the SAP App-on DCP from the company G.I.B. would be of great advantage
  • Fluent in German and English

More about us

Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

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Client-provided location(s): Zürich, Switzerland
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-109149
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
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

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

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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