Production Controller- Ship Repair

Irving Shipbuilding; Halifax; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Irving Shipbuilding is seeking a Production Controller to partner with the ship repair team, driving schedule performance and ensuring material readiness. The role emphasizes lookahead planning, cross-functional problem solving, and seamless communication to meet deadlines on complex naval projects.

Applicants should bring a technical diploma and 2–5 years in planning or trades within naval shipbuilding or repair, plus strong MS Office skills and a proactive mindset.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of planning or trade work experience, preferably in a naval shipbuilding or repair environment.
• Ability to employ critical thinking to solve complex problems and develop sustainable solutions.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to manage conflicts in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide work to a group of Supervisors to support their crew and drive the schedule.
• Order material to support Job Packages, coordinating with warehouse for delivery dates.
• Create Plan of the Weeks for Supervisors and Production Management.
• Verify material availability and elevate priority requirements with Supply Chain.
• Manage suspended job packages to ensure continuity when issues are resolved.
• Conduct daily shopfloor walks to monitor progression, material use, and upcoming scope.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings with Production, Planning, Engineering, Subcontractors, Supply Chain, and customer.

Skills

Critical thinking

Strong communication

Conflict management

Time management

Education

Diploma in engineering/technical discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

The Production Controller will work directly with the Ship Repair production team to drive schedule performance. They will provide a lookahead to the upcoming work scope, and track completion of work. Also, while ensuring all material is onsite to achieve schedule and monitor the amount of work in progress and late items. This role will work with cross functional departments to drive results and resolve roadblocks.

Responsibilities

• Each Production Controller is assigned a group of Supervisors that they are responsible to provide work to support their crew and drive the schedule.
• Order the material to support the Job Packages in Production working directly with the warehouse to meet scheduled material delivery dates.
• Create Plan of the Weeks for Supervisor to ensure they have the right work at the right time. Working directly with Supervisors and Production Management.
• Verify material availability and elevate with Supply Chain on priority material requirements.
• Manage suspended job packages to ensure work is continued when issues are resolved.
• Daily Production shopfloor walks to monitor work progression, material consumption, and upcoming available scope.
• Participate and/or hold cross functional meetings with Production, Planning, Engineering, Subcontractors, Supply Chain, and the customer.

Qualifications

• Recognized Diploma in technical discipline (Engineering, Engineering Technology/Technician or similar) or equivalent industry experience.
• 2-5 years of planning or trade work experience, preferably in a naval shipbuilding or repair environment.
• Ability to employ critical thinking to solve complex problems and develop sustainable solutions.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to manage conflicts in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong time management skills.

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.

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply. Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly. We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history. By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, and safety. At Irving Shipbuilding, we're making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities. We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self-identify.