Materials Scheduler/Planner

AGS Automotive Systems; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Materials Scheduler/Planner to join their dynamic team in Cambridge. This role is pivotal in ensuring inventory control and production scheduling align with customer demands. With over 70 years of excellence in the automotive sector, the company values quality and teamwork. As a Materials Scheduler/Planner, you will optimize manpower utilization, maintain inventory accuracy, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. If you have a strong background in manufacturing processes and effective communication skills, this is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a computerized materials management environment.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and customer shipping requirements.

Responsibilities

• Schedule metal stamping lines and coordinate with maintenance for PM schedules.
• Ensure timely communication regarding shipments and customer requirements.

Skills

Manufacturing Processes

Production Scheduling

Inventory Control

Communication Skills

Education

Grade 12 Education

Tools

QAD

Job description

AGS Automotive Systems is a full-service automotive supplier specializing in the manufacture and supply of complex high value-add automotive metal components, including front and rear impact assemblies, primarily for pick-ups and the heavy truck market. AGS offers a full range of in-house capabilities, including design and engineering, high tonnage metal stamping, lightweighting solutions, innovative multi-material joining, high-performance coatings including chrome plating, and automated manufacturing processes.

AGS is committed to delivering high-quality, high-value products to our customers, which include several of North America's largest automakers. For over 70 years, AGS has upheld its commitment to quality, technology, and teamwork.

We are seeking a Materials Scheduler/Planner to join our Cambridge team.

Basic Function:

Reporting to the Materials Superintendent, the Materials Scheduler/Planner is responsible for inventory control activities, production and labor scheduling to ensure customer requirements are met.

Principal Responsibilities & Duties:

• Adhere to procedures and instructions.
• Maintain safe working conditions and practices, ensuring safety standards are met, including Standards of Section 28 of the OHSA.

Inventory Control Responsibilities within QAD:

• Schedule metal stamping lines 6, 8, & 9, as well as progressive dies.
• Schedule 13 welders and service pack activities.
• Develop scheduling systems for coating processes.
• Review daily schedule attainment to ensure customer requirements are met.
• Ensure timely communication regarding shipments and customer requirements.
• Coordinate with all AGS intercompany plants to ensure rack flow accuracy and production schedule alignment.
• Perform audits such as LPA, FIFO, and inventory checks.
• Participate in 5S Gemba walks and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Act as backup for Jr. Materials Planner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with maintenance to ensure preventive maintenance (PM) schedules are met and plan for scheduled downtime.
• Schedule releases to ensure 100% on-time delivery, optimizing manpower utilization.
• Maintain inventory accuracy across all levels.

Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, customer shipping requirements, and production scheduling.
• Grade 12 education and at least three years of experience in a computerized materials management or production environment.
• Proficiency in computer use, interpersonal skills, and effective communication.

Accessibility: AGS Automotive Systems supports full inclusion for persons with disabilities, in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Accommodations are available upon request by contacting AGS HR at [e-mail].