Location: Newton Aycliffe, Durham, United Kingdom Job ID: R0019496 Date Posted: 2023-06-28 Company Name: HITACHI RAIL LIMITED Profession (Job Category): Other Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No About Us A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in. Job Description: Your new role Here at Hitachi Rail, we have a unique and exciting opportunity for an experienced Test Master Scheduler / Operations Controller based in Newton Aycliffe. You will be responsible for all operational and tactical planning which supports to delivery of UK “Test” activities, however business needs may require moving into the Production, if operationally required. Specifically, you will be responsible for the following deliverables: Create and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) with information supplied via the High Level & Project Plans, and aligned with S&OP. Create, monitor & control MPS & SAP Build Plan with consideration of safety, quality, delivery & cost, and release, as well as validate releases by Scheduler, to drive critical warehouse picking activities. Create and issue scheduling artefacts, from the MPS to day plans, trackers and other items as needed to support the team to understand, follow and deliver against the plan. Ensure the MPS is controlled effectively, confirmed and communicated out to the stakeholders in a timely manner - maintaining a continuous cycle of planning, monitoring of activities, & control. Ensure the MPS is adhered to and control change management is applied, reviewing all changes with relevant stakeholders and gaining relevant approvals prior to releasing any new/revised MPS. Create and maintain in a timely fashion Production & Rework Orders In SAP. Create and maintain the SAP Train Projects for each individual Project at NAY (creation of Network / Templates / Trains etc.) Update as required with date changes. Create & communicate dashboards to effectively monitor metrics & the plan, and to frequently update Planning Manager, Project Managers & other key stakeholders as necessary. Monitoring & closure of Test, Production, Rework & other orders in a timely fashion, and to Lead Test controls process PMAP for corporate compliance to J-SOX framework Monitoring potential Master Data errors, and working with other teams to correct - which may affect the SAP Build Plan, Production Orders or other operational controls. Monitoring daily progress to check, verify and confirm the key information that backs up the plan e.g. production delays or pull-forwards, material delays, facility issues etc. Co-ordinate and attend daily meetings with key stakeholders with the aim of communicating the plan including any changes, and gaining site wide buy-in. Stakeholders managed accordingly to enable effective execution of the MPS & plans. Document processes & SAP procedures to train other Planning team members to ensure available cover at all times. Understand the processes & constraints of the RSUK in detail and use this information to form effective master production schedules for all areas of the facility. Document & maintain up to date records of maximum space / equipment / workcentre capabilities & capacity in all areas of the facility. Work closely with multiple operations, warehouse and production managers/section leaders to get up to the minute, accurate information that allows the SAP Build Plan to be constantly updated in real time, and always aligned with the approved MPS. Work with all other Planning team members to ensure changes to plans do not interfere with upstream or downstream processes/facilities – including consideration of logistics / material storage / welding / paint / traverser capacity and internal storage, through to test & validation / product introduction / depot capacity. Highlight impact of changes to relevant stakeholders and resolve issues. Validate required changes to the MPS with other Planning team members, and gain approval from Planning Manager prior to release. Resolve issues & escalate roadblocks to Planning Manager, Project Managers & other relevant stakeholders accordingly. About you Customer focused. Strong SAP/MRP knowledge. Strong people skills, and experience working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders. Commitment to working as part of an extended team is vital. Experience in creating, maintaining and managing manufacturing schedules or similar. Negotiation and analytical skills. Well organised & high attention to detail. Must be able to work on own initiative and escalate as and when appropriate. Desirable Requirements Experience co-ordinating & initiating action, taking initiative and adapting/responding to change. Experience with MS Project and Power BI is beneficial. Understanding of operational impacts of Master Production Schedules. Prior experience working in an engineering or manufacturing environment with strong knowledge of planning and production controls. What we offer We value the importance of all of our employees, if you would like to join our fantastic organisation you could be entitled to: Competitive salary Annual Performance bonus paid on discretionary basis. 25 days holiday Pension scheme with contributions up to 9% Private medical insurance Personal Accident insurance Group Income protection Group Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programme We also offer additional perks for you to choose from within a flexible plan that will meet your specific needs and lifestyle. LI-AR1 Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers. At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail