Production Planner

Asco Aerospace Canada; Delta; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Delta is seeking a Production Planner to ensure timely delivery of production jobs while maintaining high quality standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of manufacturing experience and a relevant certificate or diploma. This permanent full-time position offers competitive wages, excellent benefits, and opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

Extended health and dental package

At least 2 weeks vacation time

Company RRSP plan

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• 5 years of previous related experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Lean, Kaizen and Kanban principles is considered an asset.
• Good written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Scheduling the release of production jobs and tracking their progress.
• Maintaining the production schedule in the ERP system.
• Monitoring key metrics to ensure manufacturing performance.

Skills

Operations Management

Inventory Management

Time Management

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

Certificate or Diploma in Operations or Inventory Management

Tools

MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Asco Aerospace Canada a division of Montana Aerospace (SWX : AERO)

THE SKY HAS NO LIMIT

We shape the future. With experience a spirit of innovation and the highest standards we are setting out for new horizons.

Montana Aerospace is one of the worlds leading manufacturers of complex lightweight components and structures for the aerospace industry. As a highly integrated full-service provider with state-of-the-art production facilities in Europe America and Asia we support the local-to-local strategy of our customers. A high level of innovation and a strong commitment to sustainability pave the future path for the industrial group. This makes us an important partner for the worlds leading aircraft manufacturers and their Tier 1 suppliers.

Overview: The Production Planner, part of the Planning and Materials team, is responsible for ensuring that production jobs are delivered on time to customers while meeting high quality standards. They act as the interface between production, logistics, quality, procurement and the program manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Scheduling the release of production jobs and tracking their progress through internal and external work centers while using the MRP system and available scheduling tools.
• Maintaining the production schedule in the ERP system and working with recovery plans for assigned programs.
• Monitoring that production targets are met daily to ensure on-time delivery of products.
• Reviewing and analyzing capacity requirements per the production plan and managing potential bottleneck work centers through flow monitoring.
• Using Kaizen and Lean principles to ensure that production parts move in the most efficient way.
• Creating and maintaining detailed schedules for machining, blending, assembly and inspection work centers.
• Establishing priority lists and resolving conflicts in priorities.
• Discussing capacity issues with production and master scheduling.
• Monitoring key metrics to ensure manufacturing performance, including maintenance of accurate inventory counts and timely closure of work orders.
• Preparing for and participating in daily planning/production meetings and weekly execution reviews.
• Resolving daily problems through analysis and troubleshooting of issues related to the key metrics.
• Defining and following up action plans to improve lead-times and bottlenecks.
• Liaising with customers on project deliveries and day-to-day project matters.
• Preparing logistics documentation including Delivery Notes and other required paperwork for customer shipments.
• Participating in and supporting Lean initiatives.

Qualifications

• Certificate or Diploma in Operations or Inventory Management or similar field.
• 5 years of previous related experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Courses or designation in APICS considered an asset.
• Knowledge of an ERP/MRP system is preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean, Kaizen and Kanban principles is considered an asset.
• Ability to use MS Office tools such as Outlook, Excel, Word.
• Ability to analyze, interpret and evaluate information.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Ability to creatively problem solve and troubleshoot.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive team-player in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Good written and spoken English.

What We Offer

• A positive working environment with a great team atmosphere.
• Competitive wages with an excellent benefits plan including:
• Extended health and dental package
• At least 2 weeks vacation time.
• Extra statutory holidays.
• Company RRSP plan.
• Opportunities for advancement, training and skill development.

If this sounds like a great fit please apply with your resume!

Terms of Employment

Permanent and full time (40 hours per week)

Successful candidates will be required to successfully complete a Canadian Criminal Record Verification and a Security Assessment under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.

Contact Info

Asco Aerospace Canada Ltd.
8510 River Road, Delta BC V4G 1B5 Canada

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