Production Controller

Macdonald, Dettwiler And Associates Corporation; Quebec; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MDA Space is seeking a Production Planning professional to coordinate and expedite workflow and material to production for high-criticality work centers. You will receive assignments with periodic supervision and release production orders per schedule.

The role requires 4 years of relevant experience in material or production planning, and fluent French and English. Security clearance at SECRET level II may be required as part of the process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required or equivalent experience.
• 4 years of relevant experience in material or production planning.
• Strong knowledge of French and English, oral and written (within Quebec).
• Experience with ERP systems and data-driven planning.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and expedite work flow and material to production for high-criticality work centers.
• Release production orders as per schedule and prioritize kits.
• Track readiness and shortages with program and operation teams; adjust launch timing.

Skills

Production planning

ERP system

Office suite

Data analysis

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's in related field

Tools

ERP system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The global MDA Space team of more than 3,800 space experts has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one‑of‑a‑kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide‑eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there. For more information, visit www.mda.space .

Summary:

Coordinate and expedite the work flow and material to production, for work centers of high criticality level. Receives specific assignments with periodic supervision.

Tasks:

• Release production orders as per schedule.
• Prioritize kits and update the status for production meetings.
• Track & Expedite Readiness and shortages with program and operation teams (material, equipment and documentation) and rationalize timing of launch to production.
• Internally expedite shortages to ensure the AI&T plan is respected.
• Follow-up on activities in different work centers work and provide priorities.
• Ensure transactions are organized and reflect activities.
• Implement changes as per ECN, NCR, etc.
• Follow-up of NCR, MRB on material and assemblies
• Ensure completion of production order in ERP.
• Provide functional guidance to less experienced personnel.
• Participate to continuous improvement initiative and the implementation of production control methods and systems.
• In-depth knowledge of the Office suite
• Good understanding of product nomenclature, planning concepts and an ERP system
• Sense of urgency
• Problem-solving and decision‑making skills
• Commitment and responsibility
• Good analysis and communication techniques
• Must be able to interact effectively. Customer orientation (internal and external)
• Demonstrate excellent organizational skills and ability to adapt to changes.
• Ability to process detailed documentation and data accurately
• May be called upon to support different shifts
• Education: Bachelors in a related field of study and a combination of other relevant experiences/education could be considered.
• Experience: 4 years of relevant experience in a material or production planning environment
• Level of language knowledge: Essential knowledge of French and English, oral and written ( Contact customers outside Quebec).

Comments/Special Considerations:

Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the SECRET status level II, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP).

Comments/Special Considerations:

Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the reliability status level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP).

We’re a dream team of purpose‑driven, collaborative and passionate people, and we are constantly looking for others to join #TeamMDA to ignite new and innovative approaches to problem‑solving that push us forward to improve life on and above Earth. If you’re excited to expand our place in space and driven to inspire the next generation, we’ll take you there.

We have entered a new era of exploration and development, and MDA welcomes all who yearn to suit up and be part of it. An equal opportunity employer prizing diversity, integrity and collaboration, we are committed to growing MDA’s and Canada’s leadership in this next golden age.

MDA provides competitive compensation and benefits packages for its employees at all locations. As a team member of MDA, you and your qualified dependents are eligible to participate in a benefit plan that ensures a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care including;

• competitive health care including
• extended healthcare and flexible drug plans
• dental and vision benefits
• disability income protection
• life insurance
• group retirement savings plans
• an employee and family assistance program

MDA is proud to provide accommodation(s) during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodations, please indicate this on your application/cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.