Production Planner

Rolls-Royce Power Systems AG; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein etabliertes Unternehmen im Bereich der Energieerzeugung sucht einen engagierten Produktionsplaner, der für die Planung und Organisation der Produktionsabläufe verantwortlich ist. In dieser Rolle werden Sie mit verschiedenen Abteilungen zusammenarbeiten, um sicherzustellen, dass die Produktionsprozesse effizient und kosteneffektiv sind. Sie werden die Möglichkeit haben, Ihre analytischen Fähigkeiten einzusetzen, um Engpässe zu identifizieren und Lösungen zu empfehlen, während Sie gleichzeitig zur kontinuierlichen Verbesserung der Produktionsabläufe beitragen. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für effiziente Produktionsprozesse haben und in einem dynamischen Umfeld arbeiten möchten, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie.

Qualifications

• Nachgewiesene Erfahrung in der Produktionsplanung oder einer verwandten Rolle.
• Starkes Verständnis von Produktionsprozessen und Ressourcenallokation.

Responsibilities

• Entwicklung und Pflege detaillierter Produktionspläne zur optimalen Ressourcennutzung.
• Koordination mit verschiedenen Abteilungen zur Sicherstellung der Produktionsziele.

Skills

Produktionsplanung

Ressourcenmanagement

Analytische Fähigkeiten

MS Office (insbesondere Excel)

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Education

Erfahrung in der Produktionsplanung

Job description

Stellenbeschreibung

Production Planner

Global Grade: 9

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Job Summary: The Production Planner is responsible for planning, organizing, and managing production schedules for the Production lines, including but not limited to the Hitachi 1600 Rail PowerPack, Boxer 199 series production, 2000/4000 series and any adhoc requirements requested by the Business Units at RollsRoyce Solutions UK. This role ensures that production processes are efficient, cost-effective, and meet quality standards, while coordinating with multiple departments to maintain alignment with business objectives. The position requires a strategic and analytical approach to ensure production capacity meets demand over both short- and long-term horizons.

Key Responsibilities:

Production Planning and Scheduling

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules, ensuring optimal resource allocation and efficient workflow.
• Plan and organize production workflows for one or multiple products while addressing capacity constraints and customer requirements including demand forecast and adherence to plan.
• Liaise and communicate with customers, aligning both input deliveries and output collection requirements.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Sales, Parts & Logistics and Procurement teams to align production plans with material availability and customer delivery timelines.
• Analyse and resolve scheduling conflicts to minimize delays and maximize throughput.
  
  

Resource Planning, Management and Forecasting

• Implement and maintain resource production plans to meet output demands.
• Monitor resource capacity and availability and implement adjustments accordingly.
• Present detailed performance and capacity reports to management, highlighting trends and actionable insights.
  
  

Coordination and Communication

• Adjustment of production plan based on availability and delivery of materials and components.
• Coordinate with Production teams to ensure smooth operations and adherence to production plan.
• Communicate production goals, changes, and updates effectively to all stakeholders.
  
  

Continuous Improvement

• Support and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, and cost-efficiency.
• Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in production processes and recommend solutions.
• Document and share best practices to drive consistency and process improvements.
  
  

Monitoring and Reporting

• Track and report production performance metrics, including output volume, defect rates, and schedule adherence.
• Maintain accurate records of production data and generate detailed status and performance reports.
  
  

Problem-Solving and Troubleshooting

• Detect and resolve production issues promptly, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address and prevent recurring challenges.
  
  

Safety and Compliance

• Ensure all production activities comply with health and safety regulations.
• Promote a safe working environment and report any safety concerns to management.
  
  

Qualifications and Experience – Proven experience in production planning or a related role, preferably in manufacturing or industries related to rail, marine, or governmental applications. Strong understanding of production processes, capacity planning, and resource allocation.

Personality / Job Skills – Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail. Effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster collaboration across departments. Proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly Excel. Familiarity with health and safety practices and regulations. A proactive mindset focused on achieving operational excellence.

Literacy and Numeracy - Fluent in written and spoken English. Competent in composing clear and professional business reports and presentations.

Vertragsart

Permanent