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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, [email protected]

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

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Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.