Shop Floor Scheduler

GKN Aerospace is ‘s werelds meest toonaangevende leverancier binnen de vliegtuigindustrie. Met 32 productielocaties in 12 landen bedienen we meer dan 90% van ‘s werelds vliegtuig- en motorfabrikanten en een omzet behaald van £3.6 miljard in 2025. Wij ontwerpen en produceren innovatieve slimme ruimtevaartsystemen en componenten. Elke keer dat je per vliegtuig reist, is het waarschijnlijk dat GKN je op weg helpt.
We zijn op zoek naar mensen die een verschil willen maken, getalenteerde medewerkers met de vaardigheden en passies om het beste te worden in wat ze doen.

Job Summary

As a Shop Floor Scheduler, you will play a central role in supporting and coordinating supply chain and production planning within the Landing Gear Product Team in Papendrecht. You will ensure that processes run smoothly and that different departments work together effectively to meet delivery commitments.
On a daily basis, you will monitor progress and coordinate activities between teams such as Manufacturing Engineering, Procurement, Quality Control and Operations. Thanks to your overview, strong communication skills and hands-on approach, you are able to identify and resolve bottlenecks in a timely manner. In this role, you will report to the Site Supply Chain Manager and make a tangible contribution to achieving our operational objectives.

Company info

Fokker Landing Gear, part of GKN Fokker Aerospace, is a leading specialist in landing gear and associated systems. We design, develop, manufacture and maintain systems for leading aviation projects such as the Apache, F-35, Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 and the NH90.
At our site in Papendrecht, we are building a modern, innovative working environment where collaboration and development are central. You will be working in a committed and international team where there is scope for initiative and where you can actively contribute to continuous improvement and growth.

Job Responsibilities

In this role, you will be central to the day-to-day management of the supply chain and production planning. You will maintain a constant overview, make adjustments where necessary and liaise actively with stakeholders to ensure the smooth running of operations.
• Monitoring production progress on a daily basis and making timely adjustments in the event of deviations
• Coordinating and monitoring medium- to long-term planning within the Product Team
• Actively liaising with internal stakeholders such as Operations, Engineering, Procurement and Quality
• Identifying bottlenecks in capacity, materials or planning and taking proactive action
• Supporting and ensuring the achievement of production and delivery targets (Master Production Schedule)
• Leading and preparing daily meetings, including clear follow-up on actions
• Monitoring SCM KPIs and translating insights into concrete improvement actions
• Ensuring clear communication and coordination between all departments involved

Job Qualifications

We are looking for a proactive professional who takes ownership and feels at home in a dynamic environment. You know how to inspire others, communicate clearly at various levels and maintain a clear overview in complex situations.
• Higher National Diploma (HND) in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering or a similar field
• Approximately 5 years’ experience in supply chain, planning or logistics, preferably within a manufacturing environment
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate data into concrete improvement actions
• Fluency in both Dutch and English
• A proactive team player with a flexible and solution-oriented attitude

Ideally, you live in the Papendrecht area or are willing to relocate, as this role involves a significant amount of on-site work.

What's in it for you?

You will have the opportunity to work in an innovative and international environment where technology and collaboration are key. We invest in your development and offer attractive terms of employment.
• Competitive salary in line with the Metalektro collective agreement, Grade J.
• 8% holiday pay
• 40 days’ holiday (on a full-time basis)
• Good pension scheme (PME) and travel allowance

How to appy?

Herken jij jezelf in bovenstaand profiel? Klik dan op ‘Nu solliciteren’ of stuur je vragen naar Koen van Stigt via [email protected].

Diversity Inclusion and Belonging (DIB)

As a global engineering company, innovation is what differentiates us from our competitors and is central to our success.

A balance of cultures, ethnicities and genders help bring new ideas and creativity to GKN. We need people of different backgrounds, with different skills and perspectives to spark originality, imagination and creativeness in our teams around the world.

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