Do you like to be in the center of events? Do you like to work close to production? Join us as a Production Planner!

At Westermo, we are continuously evolving, implementing smarter and more efficient ways of working. As part of this exciting journey, our Logistics and Distribution team is now looking for a proactive and communicative Production Planner to join our factory in Stora Sundby.

Are you our new Production Planner?

To keep our factory running smoothly and efficiently, we need the right materials in the right place at the right time. That’s where you come in. As a Production Planner at Westermo, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our operations are well-coordinated and responsive to changing demands.

This is a dynamic role where your ability to see the big picture, communicate clearly, and solve problems will be essential. You’ll collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Purchasing, Order Administration, and other teams to create and maintain production plans that support both short- and long-term goals.

You’ll primarily focus on daily and weekly production planning, but your work will also contribute to strategic initiatives and continuous improvement.

Some examples of your tasks:

• Maintain Master Schedule & MRP/IPR in line with Westermo Production System guidelines
• Develop monthly and weekly production plans for Operations
• Actively participate in S&OP, new product introductions, and change order processes
• Plan production through bottlenecks (internal & sub suppliers) – Constraints Planning & adjustments
• Evaluate customer and internal engineering demand on a regular basis
• Monitor yield, scrap rate, and other key manufacturing metrics
• Handle deviations in the production schedule and ensure On Time Delivery
• Introduce and follow up on new process times for products and prototypes
• Coordinate Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)
• Collaborate with internal logistics and procurement to secure material availability
• Produce, communicate, and adjust a balanced production plan
• Contribute to both tactical and strategic planning forums within Westermo

So, who are we looking for?

We’re looking for someone with experience in production planning who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You enjoy solving problems, are curious about improving processes, and aren’t afraid of change. You’re structured and thorough in your work, but also flexible and open-minded when new demands arise. You’re a strong communicator who can build good relationships across team. 

Requirements:

• Experience working in an ERP
• Solid understanding of MRP and multi-level production planning
• Strong Excel skills
• Fluent in Swedish and English

Meritorious:

• Experience working in IFS (our ERP)
• Familiar with Lean and adjacent tools and methods
• Formal training in Production Engineering or similar

In return, we offer:
You will be working at the forefront of technology in a friendly, open culture where we you get the opportunity to learn from skilled colleagues every day. A mature and caring leadership in a flat organization. Through our collective bargain agreement you will be covered in terms of insurance, pension and other benefits. We like to have fun together and we regularly enjoy sports and other social activities as a team. We believe that magic happens when people meet. We are a learning organization and we truly love to try new things, think outside the box and be innovative together!

Basic information:

• Location: Stora Sundby (~20 minutes from Eskilstuna and Arboga, ~45 min from Västerås)
• Job type: Full time
• Employment contract: Permanent

For further information please contact:

Recruiting Manager: Claudio Musazzi; claudio.musazzi@westermo.com or Recruiter Elin Sandell; elin.sandell@westermo.com

About Westermo:

Welcome to a rapidly growing international company, thriving at the forefront of cutting edge technology. Westermo develops and manufactures advanced devices for industrial data communication, used in mission critical installations and harsh industrial environments. The very robust and secure communication networks built with our products provide a high value for our customers.

We are passionate about taking advantage of the growth opportunities in our market. The work environment is very dynamic with great loyalty and team spirit. It is expected to take initiative and our flat organization creates efficiency and provides the opportunity for those who are closest to the task of solving it.

Westermo is a leading supplier of Industrial Data Communications equipment to the World market. Sales are conducted through our own offices in key markets in Europe, North America, Australia and Asia, as well as through distributors and OEM customers worldwide. Development and manufacturing take place in Sweden, Ireland, Germany and Switzerland. Westermo was founded in 1975 and has today more than 480 employees with a turnover around 1000 MSEK. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Beijer Electronics AB, listed on the stock exchange.