Production Planner

Primary Location: Maastricht

Location:

Maastricht, NL, 6219 NT

Remote or On-Site: On-Site

Req ID #: 6026

ABOUT US

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at www.sunchemical.com or connect with us on LinkedIn or Twitter

The Role

We are looking for an analytical and proactive Production Planner to manage the short- and long-term master production schedule for the Maastricht site. This role is responsible for balancing customer demand, plant efficiency, cost, and inventory to ensure smooth and efficient operations.

The position acts as a key link between Planning, Operations, Procurement, and the Cologne facility, requiring strong attention to detail, a continuous improvement mindset, and commitment to EHS standards to support operational performance.

Main Responsibilities

Develop, analyze, and maintain short- and long-term production schedules.
Act as scheduling liaison between Maastricht and Cologne, especially for Sicovinyl.
Maintain and optimize ERP master data for accurate planning.
Create purchase orders and supplier forecasts when needed.
Translate production plans into raw material requirements and coordinate with Procurement.
Resolve daily production issues together with Operations.
Provide planning support for Microlen, Micranyl, Sicovinyl, and Blending processes.
Act as backup for Intercompany Purchasing, Global Planning, and Master Data.
Create and manage shift plans and give operational instructions to operators.
Monitor daily production performance and prepare reports.
Train teams in Operational Excellence tools (OEE / AE) and support Continuous Improvement (CI).
Handle SAP administration, including PO and TECO.
Troubleshoot issues related to personnel, quality, demand, and equipment.
Ensure compliance with EHS standards in all planning activities.

Success Criteria

High planning accuracy and strong schedule adherence.
Cost-efficient production planning with minimal changeovers.
Effective inventory control and optimization.
Reliable and accurate ERP master data management.
Improvements in OEE / AE and active participation in Continuous Improvement.
Clear, proactive communication across teams and sites.
Strong prioritization, resilience, and leadership in a fast-paced production environment.

The Profile

HBO/Bachelor’s degree in Logistics or a related field.
5–7 years of production planning experience in an ERP/SAP environment.
Strong analytical and organizational skills.
Excellent communication capabilities.
Leadership qualities and ability to motivate teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in the chemicals, plastics, or process industry.
Multi-site planning experience.
Familiarity with OEE/AE and Lean/CI methodologies.
Proficiency in Dutch and English (German is a plus).

Why Join Us?

You’ll step into a key role where your impact is visible every day. You’ll collaborate with engaged colleagues, influence planning strategy, and play a central role in continuous improvement. If you enjoy taking ownership and connecting the dots across a production environment, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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