Job Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Planning Engineer to join our Production Planning team. This role is responsible for developing, agreeing, and delivering detailed planning requirements and resolving concerns for a specific Manufacturing Zone/Technology from Pre-series through to End of Production (EOP). The Planning Engineer will ensure the achievement of Quality, Cost, and Delivery targets while complying with Health & Safety, IATF16949, and relevant Standards.
Deliver Quality Planning (APQP) processes for Pre-series and Series Production.
Sign off on Bid specifications and product B-release in alignment with project timings.
Identify facility, jig, fixture, and tooling requirements.
Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge through training and benchmarking.
Financial:
Identify and manage cost risks.
Planning:
Generate and monitor project milestones and deliverables.
Work closely with Manufacturing, Logistics, Production, and Facilities teams to optimize efficiency.
Analyze technology performance metrics and controls.
Project Management:
Deliver projects according to Quality, Cost, and Timing objectives.
Proactively identify and mitigate project risks.
Track Key Performance Metrics and coordinate activities for issue resolution.
Strong technical knowledge of product assembly, process design, facilities, and standardized work methodologies.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and measurement data.
Ensure compliance with local Health & Safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional looking for an exciting opportunity within Production Planning, we would love to hear from you!