Conversion Project Planner

Conair Group; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in aerial firefighting is seeking a Production Planner to streamline operations and enhance efficiency. This role is pivotal in preparing and distributing essential production documents, ensuring all departments work seamlessly together. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in aircraft production planning, with the ability to interpret engineering data and manage workflows. Join a dedicated team committed to safety and excellence, where your contributions will play a crucial role in protecting communities from wildfires. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about aviation, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in production planning or control roles.
• Strong understanding of aircraft production planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Create and distribute production planning documents for aircraft components.
• Monitor production activities and ensure schedule adherence.

Skills

Aircraft Production Planning

Engineering Drawings Interpretation

Quality Assurance Systems

Bill of Materials Management

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Post-secondary education in aviation maintenance

Technical training in production planning

Tools

ERP/MRP Systems

Production Scheduling Software

Job description

1510 Tower St, Abbotsford, BC V2T 6H5, Canada

Job Description

Posted Friday, April 25, 2025 at 10:00 AM

Conair is the largest, privately owned, fixed-wing aerial firefighting company in the world, operating a fleet of 70 specialized aircraft to fight forest fires. We have been supporting government agencies around the globe for over 50 years, with a reputation of providing service excellence, making us an industry leader. We are aerospace engineering experts, creating 15 different airtanker types, converting hundreds of aircraft into airtankers. We are aviation maintenance experts, performing repair, maintenance and overhaul on our fleet. And we are operators, providing airtankers, crew and maintenance on contract over fire seasons to government agencies including Canada, the US, Australia and France. The culture at Conair is built on a teamwork, with a commitment to people, safety and service. We are proud of who we are, what we do and how we do it, protecting our world from wildfires.

Position Description

The Production Planner is responsible for preparing and distributing Completion and OEM production planning documents. This role involves working with engineering structural and electrical data, the company’s Quality Assurance (QA) system, and customer specifications, including approved work authorizations. The core objective is to support all operational departments involved in aircraft-specific work by providing essential planning documents to ensure smooth and efficient operations.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Create and distribute accurate production planning documents, essential in the maintenance, repair, overhaul, modification, fabrication, assembly, and/or installation of aircraft components required for the aircraft specific work scopes.
• Distribute the approved engineering technical data per engineering index and/or OEM technical data with the planning documents.
• Development, updates and overall monitoring & control of the BoM, ensuring accurate production planning, smooth inventory management and efficient manufacturing operations.
• Develop, update, and manage work orders to reflect approved work scope and support effective planning & production activities
• Plan workflow for each department and operation, according to established shop specific sequences, upfront release schedules and Critical Path Tool (CPT) dates.
• Tracking production activities and daily schedule adherence. Understands status on planned activity barriers/issues.
• Ensure quick response time and delivery for any modified planning requirements due to additional work scope, engineering changes and/or shop and planning discrepancies.
• Communicate and coordinate with the necessary departments, Integrated Product Teams (IPT) representatives and departmental contacts as required, including resolution of issues and process improvements concerning production planning.
• Problem solve/troubleshoot (parts related issues and make needed corrections).
• Monitor purchasing updates from buyers. Understanding and track purchase orders against the approved BoM and production schedule.
• Support the ordering and expediting of material and parts, rescheduling if needed and enter revised plans.
• In conjunction with the Quality Control Inspector work on Production Control problems of diverse scopes demonstrating good Production Control judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Example: operational resequencing
• Collaborate with Procurement and Stores, coordinating priorities and ensuring that the team delivers.
• Monitor changes in Engineering and Production to expedite changes to the manufacturing building schedule to meet production requirements.
• Resolve any issues or problems which occur and where appropriate,elevation of issues to the Supply Chain Manager and/or Senior Management team as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of aircraft production planning processes, including fabrication, assembly, installation, and MRO operations.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, data indexes, and OEM technical documentation.
• Familiarity with Quality Assurance (QA) systems and regulatory compliance in an aviation manufacturing or maintenance environment.
• Proficient in Bill of Materials (BoM) management, work order development, and workflow scheduling.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills with the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, particularly in troubleshooting parts issues and planning discrepancies.
• Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across departments, including engineering, procurement, quality control, and production.
• Comfortable working with planning tools, ERP/MRP systems, and production scheduling software.

Education and Experience

• Post-secondary education or technical training in aviation maintenance, production planning, supply chain management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in a production planning or control role, preferably within the aerospace or aviation sector.
• Experience with aircraft modification or completion programs is considered an asset.
• Familiarity with OEM and engineering change management processes.
• Prior experience working with cross-functional teams and coordinating planning in a complex, regulated environment.

***Must be legally entitled to work in Canada (Canadian citizenship or permanent residency)***

1510 Tower St, Abbotsford, BC V2T 6H5, Canada