Productie Planner | NTS Hengelo

Job description

"At NTS, we make it possible together. Technology inspires and drives us; it is our passion. Every day, we work on unique solutions for complex challenges. Whether it's ultra-complex or ultra-precise solutions, we are proud of what we do and what we deliver." Do you want to discover what is possible together? Are you the planner who structures production optimally and doesn't hesitate to step onto the factory floor when practical issues arise? Do you know how to translate logistical complexity into clear plans that hold up on the shop floor? Then get started as a Production Planner at NTS Hengelo and let’s make it possible together! Job Description As a Production Planner within our Supply Chain team, you are responsible for the complete medium- and long-term capacity and production planning. You ensure that all orders taken into production are optimally scheduled, perfectly aligning lead times, delivery dates, and priorities with the contract agreements made with our customers. You will work closely with Production Management, Procurement, and Sales. You are the spider in the web who looks ahead to detect potential bottlenecks in material supply or capacity early on and proactively resolve them. In the case of rush orders, you assess the possibilities, accelerate processes where necessary, and closely monitor progress in the ERP system. Part of your job takes place at the heart of the operation. You can regularly be found in the production department to keep a feel for reality, discuss progress, and make immediate adjustments where necessary. With your data-driven approach and sharp eye for logistical parameters (such as safety stocks and batch sizes), you ensure a continuously improved and stable production process. Your responsibilities also include: Setting up, monitoring, and optimizing the entire planning process in the ERP system for production orders; Planning and managing long-term capacity and material supply to optimally prepare the direction of production and purchasing plans; Assessing, integrating, and monitoring rush orders, including initiating changes or accelerations in the production process; Analyzing weekly schedules and advising (production) management on solutions for (un)foreseen bottlenecks; Influencing and establishing logistical parameters (such as production/order batches, lead times, and safety stocks) to guarantee delivery reliability; Regularly being present on the shop floor to closely align the planning with operations. Requirements We are looking for a proactive Production Planner who is not satisfied with 'sufficient', but always strives for continuous improvement: Bachelor’s (HBO) working and thinking level in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a comparable field; Experience in a similar role within a technical production environment is an advantage, but we also warmly invite driven starters with a relevant logistics or supply chain study background to apply; Experience with or a strong affinity for ERP systems (experience with Infor LN is a big plus); Good Excel skills and a structured, data-driven way of working; Strong communication skills in Dutch and English, both verbal and written; Stress-resistant, customer-oriented, and communicative enough to act as a full conversation partner for management and fellow departments; Willingness to actively step onto the shop floor to thoroughly understand the production processes. Your Benefits At NTS, we combine our passion for technology with innovative solutions for complex challenges. You will have the freedom and trust to fully utilize and develop your talents in a dynamic and energetic environment. We invest in both technology and in you as a future colleague! Salary from €3,500 to €4,800; More than 40 days off: 27 vacation days and 13 ADV (reduction of working hours) days based on full-time employment; Personal development and career growth opportunities, for example through training and courses; An annual gross budget of €150 to spend freely, which can be used for vitality, a bicycle plan, or the gym via the Alleo app; Travel allowance of €0.21 per kilometer (max. 50 km single journey) or full reimbursement of public transport costs; Excellent pension scheme via PME; Laptop and mobile phone; Free fresh fruit at work. About NTS We deliver unique solutions for complex challenges and stimulate the technological progress of our customers. By combining development, production, and assembly, we play an integral role in bringing the supply chain together. We combine the best skills and smartest ideas into a working system for the most advanced semiconductor, opto-mechatronic, and analytical solutions in the world. For that reason, we have grown into a Tier-1 supplier for OEMs and an international player operating from various locations in Europe, Asia, and the US. While we offer our teams around the world a great place to work, we don't forget to remain firmly rooted locally. Ultimately, the core of NTS is formed by our people. Their excellent manufacturing skills, customer-oriented mindset, and clear technical solutions have made NTS what it is today. Together, we create a culture that everyone can be proud of because we make it possible together. That is why we seize every opportunity to celebrate our people, our craftsmanship, and our successes. Interested? Apply directly and send your CV (and optional motivation letter) via the application button below! For more information about this vacancy or our organization, please contact our Recruiter, Marith Pietersma.