Planner II (m/f/d) - for semiconductor industry

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world. 

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You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more. 

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits. 

Key Responsibilities

• Employees may specialize in planning activities involving production control, inventory control, process control, or shop floor control / Material Resources Planning (MRP) integrity
• Maintains SAP work order release schedule that provides material on-time to manufacturing and engineering. Reschedules and/or completes no-charge, all discrete jobs as required. Increases component availability at time of release by performing pre-shortage analysis. Performs work order variance analysis. May train lower level personnel.
• Works with buyers/planners to manage material affected by engineering change orders. Reviews and ensures proper disposition of Engineering Change Orders (ECO's). Performs regular system maintenance and audits to ensure system accuracy. Prepares status reports of all ECOs and ECRs in process.
• Independent strategic / target-oriented implementation of Purchase Requisitions, Design Notifications, cost center requirements and initiation of procurement processes with the aim of minimizing the number of transactions in consultation with Sourcing and the superior.
• Independent tracking of project deadlines, keeping track of the deadlines of all parties involved and participation in meetings to clarify deadlines.
• Independent control of parts lists in SAP in preparation of production orders, in consultation with “BUY” and “MAKE”
• Creation, controlling and monitoring production orders for a smooth assembly process, considering the lowest possible capital commitment (controlled build).
• Control of materials / assemblies no longer required for use, usage check (in consultation with Design - Manufacturing Engineering) or control of use in follow-up projects.
• Participation in Change Management (TRIAD / CCB) for Engineering Change Requests (ECR) to ensure smooth change management (ECN; Engineering Change Notes) of the assemblies in the procurement and assembly phase in terms of time, quantity, quality and costs.

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Other Requirements:

• Understand and interpret engineering BOMS / drawings & review them.
• Candidate must be able to work independently with limited guidance.
• Assertiveness and commitment are a given
• Experience in developing and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimal performance.
• Fluency in German & English

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Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.