Operations Planner (m/f/d)
Core
Create and maintain executable short- to mid-term production plans balancing demand, capacity, material availability, and delivery commitments for aerospace manufacturing.
Role type
Operations Planner (Production Planning & Control)
Builds
Production schedules and order flow for rocket manufacturing
Domain
Aerospace / High-mix manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Production planning, capacity management, MRP, inventory management, production scheduling, ERP/MES systems usage, data analysis, problem-solving
Preferred skills
Engineering change management (ECR/ECN), scenario planning, KPI-driven performance management, advanced planning systems, SAP PP, MES solutions
Technologies
SAP, Excel, ERP, MES
Responsibilities
Coordinate production activities across Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Quality, and Program Management; Monitor production execution and drive corrective actions; Prioritize and sequence production orders to optimize throughput; Assess impact of engineering changes on schedules and readiness; Lead production reviews and communicate priorities/risks; Support continuous improvement initiatives
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC