Production Planner

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of. 

We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?

Delivery Centre STH's (Smart Technology Hub) operations are based on teamwork, product and process development, and orchestration to ensure customer needs are met. To ensure the orchestration and project management of customer orders, as well as the development of SQDC (safety, quality, delivery, costs) and world-class capacity planning principles, we are now looking for a position Production Planner to lead the planning operations in DC-STH. 
 
Position information:

This permanent position is in Vaasa, Finland. Other locations cannot be considered. 
 

Your main responsibilities in this role are:

• Plan and collect needed information, schedule critical milestones and capacity needs for the manufacturing operations 
• Execute planned manufacturing schedules in the operations with project teams and assembly teams
• Plan and create models for the production planning principles 
• Lead and implement planning principles and models with delivery teams and in close cooperation with other stakeholders to reach the customer project schedule targets
• Collect feedback and keep lessons learned loop on-going with teams to secure continuous development
• Develop planning operations with tools like LEAN, Demand Driven and Agile ways of working
• Build project production planning development operations in the DC-STH 
• Manage key stakeholders internally and externally
• Act as delivery project engineer as a flexible resource in the DC-STH organisation

 
You will shine in this role when you have:

• Strong track record in planning operations and manufacturing ways of working
• Strong understanding of the planned STH environment and orchestration
• Good background of LEAN, Demand Driven and Agile principles 
• Entrepreneurial mindset, can-do attitude and networking skills
• Ability to create clarity on direction and make visual plans and models for implementation

 
In addition, as an ideal candidate you:

• Understand the value of planning operations
• Are recognised as a leader with the ability to lead high-performing teams 
• Have a goal-oriented mindset with excellent planning and development methods
• Feel accountable for business impact

Why you and us?

You are evaluated as your true self. At Wärtsilä, YOU matter. We value diversity and are committed to supporting an inclusive work community.
Your growth is supported. We believe in continuous learning & teamwork. Wärtsilian community has your back when it comes to development opportunities – so you can develop beyond your potential.
You get to make a difference. Innovation and sustainability are important to us. Every day, we - Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.

Contact & next steps:  

Submit your application through our Careers portal by 30.04.2024. Applications submitted via email will not be considered. After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email. 

For more information, please contact: 
General Manager, Product Delivery Mikko Ketonen mikko.ketonen@wartsila.com

Last application date: 30/04/2024 

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities. 

All new Wärtsilä employees in Finland will attend occupational health checks, including drug tests/screenings. The country's legislation is followed when a person is located outside of Finland.

This is Wärtsilä 

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 17,800 professionals, in more than 280 locations in 79 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.