Operations Planner

J.D. Irving, Limited; Halifax; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian manufacturing company in Halifax is seeking an Operations Planner to ensure detailed plans meet quality standards and align with production schedules. This role involves building Job Pack schedules, managing resources, and collaborating with engineering teams. Candidates should have a diploma in a technical discipline and solid experience in data management. The position mandates a full-time, in-office presence and adherence to Canadian security regulations.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or similar.
• Ability to develop sustainable solutions to complex problems.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Build Job Pack schedule in accordance with project schedules.
• Assign resources to skill levels based on budgets and norms.
• Communicate schedules and requirements to stakeholders.
• Ensure Job Packages are released on schedule.
• Manage Job Pack issues post-release.

Skills

Critical thinking

Data management

Strong communication skills

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Education

Diploma in a technical discipline or equivalent industry experience

Job description

Join us as an Operations Planner and play a key role in turning strategy into action! You’ll ensure detailed plans meet the highest quality standards, align schedules and budgets, confirm scope with Production, and optimize resources and materials for flawless execution. If you’re passionate about precision, collaboration, and driving results, we want to hear from you—apply today and help us shape operational excellence!

Qualifications

• Recognized Diploma in a technical discipline (Engineering, Engineering Technology/Technician or similar) or equivalent industry experience.
• Ability to employ critical thinking to solve complex problems and develop sustainable solutions.
• Experience with data management and related toolsets and their utilization in a manufacturing environment.
• Accustomed to working in a fast-paced environment with multiple conflicting priorities.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Pro.

Due to the nature of work Irving Shipbuilding does, all successful applicants must meet requirements for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Please note this position requires a full-time, in-office presence.

Responsibilities

• Build Job Pack schedule in accordance with the Integrated Master Schedule and Work Package schedule in AVEVA.
• Assign resources to the skill level, based on allocated budgets and norms.
• Work with Engineering, Pre-Production and Production personnel at all levels to communicate schedules and requirements to stakeholders via schedule reviews and schedule delivery meetings to gain business buy-in.
• Ensure Job Packages are released to Production on schedule at minimum 2-weeks prior to Production start date with all scheduling items complete.
• Manage Job Pack issues after release to ensure lessons are captured for future ships and Production can proceed with their scope.