Composite Production Planner
Location: Brackley, UK
At the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team, a group of passionate and determined people work to design, develop, manufacture and race the cars driven by seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton and Grand Prix winner George Russell.
Every individual plays their part. No stone is left unturned in the chase for every tenth of a second.
About the Role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen within our team for a Composite Production Planner.
In this role, you will be scheduling tasks across the composite manufacturing operation that includes laminating, fitting, machining, and NDT/Inspection. The composite manufacturing team is responsible for the manufacture of structural components such as the chassis, transmission carrier and wings.
Your Responsibilities:
* Master production planning of the composite manufacturing operations.
* Create and maintain production schedules to ensure all company goals are achieved and deadlines are met.
* Manage the department capacity to meet the overall business priorities, balancing the priorities of F1 and customer supply.
* Ensure adequate raw material stock levels are available.
* Maximize the utilization of all manufacturing assets through efficient scheduling and effectively communicating throughout the business.
* Deliver accurate demand and delivery forecasts.
* Liaise with operational leads to generate level loading of work.
* Complete and facilitate the annual rough-cut capacity planning.
* Monitor and validate lead times to ensure the effective planning of new orders in line with finite capacity models, product flows paths and planned volumes.
Candidate Profile:
* Preferably degree qualified in Manufacturing, Engineering or Business.
* Understanding of composite manufacturing processes.
* Demonstrated background in planning/scheduling roles.
* Strong planning, organizational skills and attention to detail are required.
* Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Effective verbal and written communication skills.
* A proactive thinker with attention to detail.
* Ability to positively motivate individuals and teams to meet or exceed expectations.
* Computer literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools e.g. Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.
* Programming skills such as VBA, Python would be an advantage.
* Knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP is an advantage.
* Lean/Six Sigma certification will be an advantage.
* Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
Benefits:
Our riverside campus is powered by 100% renewably sourced energy and features an on-site gym and exercise studio, subsidised restaurant and on-site parking with EV chargers available.
We offer a competitive and attractive package of benefits including a generous bonus scheme, Mercedes car lease scheme, private medical cover, life assurance and 25 days holiday.
Your Application:
We will ask you to complete a questionnaire as well as submitting a cover letter and CV. Please note if you would like to include a cover letter please upload it with your CV as one PDF document.
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