Werkstudent Production Controlling (m/w/x)

About Skeleton Technologies

Skeleton Technologies is revolutionizing energy storage to enable a fully emission-free future through electrification. The company designs and manufactures powerful ultracapacitors and SuperBatteries.

Role Overview

As a working student in Production Controlling at our Markranstädt site, you will support production preparation and manufacturing control. You will gain comprehensive exposure to production planning in a growing technology company, contributing actively to making production processes more efficient, transparent, and reliable. You will be integrated as a full member of our team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, authorizing, and managing manufacturing orders considering capacities, material availability, and delivery schedules.
• Contribute to creating, maintaining, and improving production plans, work schedules, and bills of materials in the Epicor ERP system.
• Support scheduling and prioritization of production orders to ensure high delivery reliability.
• Monitor production progress, identify deviations early, and help initiate suitable corrective actions.
• Coordinate with production, purchasing, logistics, quality, and engineering to maintain smooth material and information flows.
• Maintain master data relevant to production such as planned times, throughput times, and capacity data.
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement.
• Participate in regular KPI evaluations and continuous improvement initiatives in production planning and supply chain.
• Ensure safe working conditions by reporting risks or safety deviations.

Candidate Profile

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program, e.g. Industrial Engineering, Production Technology, Business Administration, Mechanical Engineering, or similar field.
• Some practical experience in production preparation, manufacturing control, production planning, or similar environment is advantageous.
• Ideally familiar with ERP or MRP systems; experience with Epicor is a plus.
• Comfortable using MS Office, especially Excel, with enthusiasm for data analysis.
• Organized, structured, and able to work independently with strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing effectively.
• Confident communicator working well across departments and with diverse teams.
• Proficient in German and English.
• Self-motivated, solution-oriented, and eager to take on responsibility.

Benefits

• Work up to 20 hours per week in a forward-looking technology firm where every contribution matters.
• Flexible working hours and hybrid work options to balance studies and job.
• Competitive salary, modern working environment, and room for your own ideas.
• Early responsibility and valuable practical experience in production planning and control at an internationally expanding company.