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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in production planning and control, with a strong focus on optimizing inventory management and analyzing key performance indicators. Proficient in coordinating cross-departmental collaboration and maintaining production documentation.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Production PlanningProduction ControlSAP KnowledgeAnalytical ThinkingCommunication Skills
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Production PlanningProduction ControlData ManagementKPI AnalysisInventory OptimizationBOM MaintenanceManufacturing DocumentationStatisticsTechnical Vocational TrainingProduction Process Improvement
Soft Skills
Analytical ThinkingStructured ApproachStrong CommunicationCollaboration Enthusiasm
Tools & Technologies
SAPMS OfficeECTRDSMMII
Certifications & Qualifications
State-Certified TechnicianIndustrial Master Craftsman
Industry Keywords
MetalworkingProduction BottlenecksScrap ReductionRework CostsS&OP Process
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support production planning and control at the Essen site
- Monitor and coordinate production orders, taking deadlines, costs, and material availability into account
- Identify production bottlenecks and support the development of appropriate corrective measures
- Monitor and optimize inventory, particularly semi-finished products and work in progress (WIP)
- Analyze and track relevant KPIs, such as on-time delivery, production lead times, and manufacturing costs
- Support efforts to reduce scrap and rework costs and improve production processes
- Maintain and verify bills of materials (BOMs), production-related data, and documentation
- Create and maintain production schedules, manufacturing documents, and other order-related documentation
- Coordinate regularly with internal stakeholders and production-related departments to ensure smooth operations
- Support the monthly S&OP process and collaborate with international teams
Requirements
What you’ll need- Completed technical vocational training in the metalworking field, such as toolmaking or machining, ideally complemented by further training as a state-certified technician, industrial master craftsman, or a comparable qualification
- Initial practical experience in production planning, production control, or a comparable production-related area
- Knowledge of SAP and confident use of MS Office
- Experience with the internal applications ECTR, DSM, and MII is an advantage
- Knowledge of production planning, production control, statistics, and production-related data management
- Good written and spoken English
- Strong analytical thinking combined with a structured and meticulous approach to work
- Strong communication skills and enthusiasm for collaborating with various departments
Benefits
Comp & perks- A position of responsibility with significant scope for initiative
- A dynamic and supportive team
- Attractive development opportunities in an international company
- Corporate benefits
- Remote work
- 30 days of vacation