Produktionsplanerare
Hitachi Energy Sweden AB · Ludvika · Tills vidare
Hitachi Energy Sweden AB is seeking a **Produktionsplanerare** (Production Planner) to join its team in Ludvika. In this position, the planner develops, implements, and maintains detailed production schedules, balancing plans against demand and available manufacturing capacity. Core responsibilities include monitoring workflows to identify bottlenecks, managing capacity planning and resource utilization, and collaborating closely with purchasing, inventory, and operations teams to guarantee material availability. The role also entails analyzing delivery performance, implementing planning tools to minimize disruptions and optimize lead times, and communicating plan adjustments to stakeholders. The employer supports **hybrid work** arrangements by agreement with the line manager. Applicants must have relevant work experience in logistics, industrial engineering, or production engineering, combined with at least one year of production planning experience, preferably in the manufacturing industry. A degree in a related field is preferred but not required. Practical experience with ERP systems such as SAP, alongside MPS or MRP systems, is required. The role also demands strong analytical and collaboration skills, with **excellent written and spoken Swedish and English**.
The Opportunity
We are looking for an engaged and detail-oriented Production Planner to join our team in Ludvika. In this role, you will play a key part in optimizing our production flow and ensuring that we meet our delivery targets efficiently. You will develop and implement production plans, while continuously monitoring and adjusting them based on demand and production capacity.
How You'll Make an Impact
- Develop, implement, and maintain detailed production schedules and plans.
- Monitor production processes to identify and analyze bottlenecks or inefficiencies.
- Work closely with the purchasing, inventory, and production teams to ensure material availability and sufficient production capacity.
- Analyze production data and delivery performance to identify areas for improvement.
- Be responsible for capacity planning and resource utilization.
- Manage and communicate changes in production plans to relevant stakeholders.
- Drive and improve production planning by implementing new processes and tools that reduce production disruptions and optimize lead times.
Your Background
- relevant work experience in Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Production Engineering, a degree in related field is preferred but not required.
- At least one year of experience in production planning, preferably within the manufacturing industry.
- Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and MPS/MRP systems.
- Solid analytical skills with a structured and detail-oriented approach to work.
- Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with different teams and stakeholders.
- Excellent written and spoken Swedish and English skills.
More about us
We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.
Our benefits offering for our roles generally includes:
- Collective agreement, occupational pension & possibility of salary exchange to pension (for ITP1 and ITP2)
- Group life insurance and additional insurances.
- Flex-time and shortening of working hours in time bank
- Hybrid work & allowances for setting up a workplace at home (in agreement with line manager)
- Health care and wellness allowance
- Health insurance incl. dental, spectacles & contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek/month via salary deduction)
- Psychological support program
- Supplementary compensation for parental leave
- Various trainings and education supporting employee development
- Internal career possibilities both within Sweden and globally
- Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks
The benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations.
Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Håkan Blomquist, + 46 107-38 31 52, Unionen: Olle Ruzicka, +46 107-38 31 44, Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, + 46 107-38 70 43
All questions should be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Elina Mannelqvist, elina.mannelqvist@hitachienergy.com