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This is an opportunity to directly influence operational performance and support sustainable industrial solutions.\nYour responsibilities\nLead new product planning and process control activities, including drawing review, tooling requirements, and quality control planning.\nCoordinate pre-assembly, testing, packaging, shipment planning, and logistics execution. • Collaborate with design, procurement, process, testing, and quality teams to resolve issues and improve efficiency. • Analyze production capacity, identify bottlenecks, and drive schedule and capacity optimization initiatives. • Manage order reviews, delivery commitments, production planning achievement, and inventory control. \nExpectations for you\nCollege degree or above. \n3-5 years of planning experience in a machinery manufacturing environment. \nAbility to read and understand mechanical assembly drawings. \nGood computer skills including MS Office and ERP systems. \nEnglish reading and writing skills with strong teamwork and a positive attitude.\nTo succeed in this role\nSuccess in this role requires strong production planning expertise, analytical thinking, and the ability to balance materials, capacity, and delivery commitments. You should be comfortable coordinating multiple stakeholders and driving continuous improvement. We also expect you to align with Valmet Leadership Principles: Take accountability, Lead with courage, Build on trust, and Collaborate for growth.\nWe offer\nYou will join a team focused on production planning, pre-assembly coordination, inventory management, and operational excellence. The role provides broad exposure to manufacturing operations and cross-functional collaboration. Valmet offers an inspiring and challenging environment, modern tools, learning opportunities, and the chance to contribute to meaningful industrial solutions.\nWant to know more?\nDid we catch your interest? Apply through Valmet Careers. For further information, please contact the Talent Acquisition team. Location: Changzhou.\nWhen everything works together \nValmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. 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