Production Planning Expert (Ordonnanceur)

Making complexity accessible

Mikron Automation is your worldwide partner for advanced automation solutions. At Mikron we are committed to delivering the best assembly systems and all needed services throughout your product’s entire life cycle. With our extensive engineering know-how, complex process expertise, scalable platforms, and lifelong support we are driving lasting success for your business.

Job Description

The Production planning expert plays a crucial role in optimizing production processes and managing workflow. They are responsible for organizing, supervising, and directing the production planning strategy. The Scheduler must adapt production dates based on the arrival of components and the workload and capacity of workstations. Key factor is close collaboration with various departments within the company to ensure efficient and uninterrupted project execution.

Your main tasks

• Monitor all Manufacturing orders.
• Reschedule production dates based on the arrival of components.
• Adjust schedules according to the workload and capacity of workstations.
• Use SAP for managing manufacturing orders.
• Collaborate with production, supply chain, and other departments to optimize processes.
• Ensure communication and coordination between different departments.
• Propose improvements to optimize planning and resource management.
• Oversee the project execution process to ensure deadlines are met, production resources are used optimally, and costs are reduced.
• Anticipate risk of disruptions and adjust schedules to mitigate them.
• Participate in production meetings and provide regular reports on the progress of manufacturing orders.

Your profile

• Education in supply chain or a related field.
• Experience with SAP software.
• Experience in project management and planning execution.
• Bachelor's degree or minimum level of 5 years' experience in the field
• Proficiency in SAP.
• Supply chain management skills.
• Team management skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work in a team and manage teams.
• Proactivity and initiative.
• Open-mindedness and adaptability to change.
• Work under pressure

What we offer

• The opportunity to tackle a variety of challenges and contribute to the continuous improvement of an international company focused on the market and customer satisfaction in a constantly evolving technical environment
• A position that matches your ambitions, with opportunities for advancement within a company that is attentive to its employees’ continuing education needs
• People-centered project management and multidisciplinary teams that foster knowledge sharing and both personal and professional development
• A multicultural, friendly, and dynamic environment focused on teamwork
• Working conditions that ensure employees have a good work-life balance
• Monthly mobility allowance
• Flexible schedule (40-hour workweek)
• 20 vacation days starting at age 20 / 27 vacation days starting at age 40 /        30 vacation days starting at age 50
• Additional bridge days to be taken later
• A home office policy