Production Planner / Operations Scheduler | Produktionsplaner / Arbeitsplaner (m/w/d)

grey engineering GmbH

Krefeld, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Feb 11, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role involves the creation and optimization of production plans for pre-fabrication, component manufacturing, and electrical assembly at a world-leading company in transport and energy technology. As a Production Planner, you will be responsible for managing manufacturing orders while balancing production capacities, order backlogs, and inventory levels. You will play a key role in increasing efficiency by conducting time studies and designing target workflows. The position offers a unique opportunity to work on innovative rail vehicle projects, requiring a mix of technical planning and on-site coordination. It is a full-time, permanent role based in Krefeld that offers flexible working hours, mobile work options, and a clear path toward direct permanent employment with the client company. The role is particularly attractive for those who enjoy a mix of office-based planning and project-related travel to construction sites.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent long-term professional experience in the rail vehicle sector.

Experience

  • Professional experience in the rail vehicle sector (Rolling Stock)
  • Experience in creating and optimizing production plans for manufacturing and assembly
  • Experience in monitoring productivity and utilization metrics
  • Experience in designing target workflows and conducting time studies
  • Experience working with 3D models and technical documentation

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Willingness to travel (approximately 50% for project and site-related visits). Valid Class B driver's license and own passenger car required.