Production Planner

Kitchener Executive Consultants Inc; Palmerston; Vor Ort; CAD 70.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

KEC has partnered with a growing manufacturer in Palmerston, ON to hire a Production Planner. This role sits at the intersection of production, supply chain, and logistics in a high-mix, high-volume plant of about 100 people.

You will schedule production, plan resources, and drive continuous improvement while coordinating material availability with floor teams to ensure on-time delivery. ERP/MRP and APICS credentials are valued.

Qualifikationen

• At least 3 years of planning experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Post-secondary education in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or Business.
• APICS certification preferred.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and advanced Excel.

Aufgaben

• Schedule production and balance demand with capacity.
• Coordinate material availability with floor resources to meet schedules.
• Plan resources and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure delivery commitments are met for customer orders.

Kenntnisse

Forecasting

Demand planning

Advanced Excel

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Post-secondary education in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or Business

APICS certification (preferred)

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Jobbeschreibung

KEC has partnered with a growing manufacturer of engineered industrial products to support their search for a Production Planner for their facility in Palmerston, ON. Operating within a network of manufacturing plants and distribution centres that serve North America, Europe and beyond, the Production Planner is a critical link between production, supply chain, and logistics. The environment is characterized by a high-mix, high-volume production model where priorities can shift quickly, requiring a Planner who is organized, adaptable, and capable of making sound decisions under changing conditions.

Supporting the Plant Manager, the Production Planner will be responsible for production scheduling, resource planning, and continuous improvement initiatives for a facility employing approximately 100 people. The Production Planner will work closely with floor resources to coordinate material availability, schedule customer orders, and ensure delivery commitments can be met. Prior experience with modern ERP/MRP systems, forecasting, demand planning, and advanced Excel is essential, along with the ability to effectively balance local plant requirements with the broader objectives of the organization.

Our ideal candidate will bring at least 3 years of planning experience within a manufacturing environment involving manpower, equipment, materials, and production resources. A post-secondary education in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or a related field is preferred, along with an APICS certification. Equally important are strong communication skills, a collaborative approach, and a visible presence on the plant floor. In return, our Client offers long-term stability, continued growth, and the opportunity to contribute to a well-established manufacturing business with a strong future.

Our Client’s preferred Salary Target is $70 000 - $80 000. Please note, the hiring salary will be based on the selected candidate’s experience and ability to support the organization.