At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage production schedules and coordinate with teams to meet customer demands.
- Company: Fast-paced automotive manufacturer focused on efficiency and teamwork.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Work in a collaborative setting with opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Join a team that drives innovation and ensures smooth operations in manufacturing.
- Qualifications: College diploma or degree in relevant fields and 2 years of planning experience.
The predicted salary is between 57150 - 69850 $ per year.
The Manufacturing Planner oversees production scheduling and coordination to meet customer delivery requirements while optimizing inventory and material flow. This role collaborates closely with internal teams and with Suppliers to drive efficient operations in a fast-paced automotive environment. This position will be on a bi-weekly rotation of days and afternoons.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Build and manage production schedules to meet customer demand while aligning with capacity and material availability.
- Partner with Production, Purchasing, Sales, and Logistics to prioritize orders and maintain smooth, on-time delivery performance.
- Translate production plans into material and component requirements, supporting accurate and efficient planning.
- Develop and communicate supplier forecasts based on lead times and demand signals.
- Monitor supplier delivery performance and coordinate inbound logistics to ensure uninterrupted production flow.
- Proactively address scheduling challenges, including material shortages, supplier delays, and changing customer requirements.
- Issue and manage purchase orders to support production needs and maintain material availability.
- Manage inventory levels to support operations while reducing excess and obsolete stock.
- Communicate risks, shortages, and potential delays in a timely and clear manner to key stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate system data within the ERP, including BOMs and routings for all parts.
- Validate incoming materials against purchase orders and shipping documentation.
- Conduct cycle counts of raw materials and finished goods to ensure inventory accuracy.
- Coordinate shipping logistics and documentation for non-OEM customer orders.
- Contribute to continuous improvement efforts and support additional operational initiatives as needed.
Qualifications:
- College diploma or university degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or similar (or equivalent experience).
- At least 2 years of experience with planning or scheduling in a manufacturing environment.
- Good communication skills and ability to work with different teams.
- Experience working in high-volume, JIT production environments.
- Comfortable using MRP/ERP systems (PLEX experience is a bonus).
- Strong problem-solving and organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Understanding of scheduling, inventory, and supplier coordination.
- Ability to read and work with BOMs, routings, and production data.
- Comfortable using Excel and standard business tools.
Production Control/Planning Associate employer: Jefferson Elora Corporation
Jefferson Elora Corporation is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, particularly for the IT & Automation Specialist role. Located in Ontario, employees benefit from hands-on experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment, with ample opportunities for professional growth and development in both IT and automation fields. The company values its team members, offering a supportive atmosphere where creativity and technical skills can thrive.
Contact Details:
Jefferson Elora Corporation Recruitment Team
