Production Planning (Production Scheduler) Representative (Concord Aluminum, ON)

Westlake Chemical; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 78,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

RRSP with 5% Company Match

Annual Retirement Contribution

Life & AD&D Insurance

Paid Vacation

Tuition Assistance Program

Fitness Reimbursement

Job summary

Westlake is seeking a Production Scheduler to create daily production schedules and manage inventory flow at our Vaughan, Canada facility. You will coordinate cycle counts, monitor finished goods, and collaborate with Customer Service and Production to meet demand.

Responsibilities include maintaining inventory levels, reviewing backorders, generating daily schedules, and supporting S&OP processes. Strong Excel and ERP experience are required, with two years in manufacturing preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college degree or associate degree preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of production scheduling and planning for multiple product lines.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and database software.
• JDE experience or similar ERP system preferred.
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organizational skills and ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain daily production schedules.
• Coordinate quarterly and yearly cycle counts for raw materials and finished goods.
• Audit and report production efficiency and schedule adherence.
• Monitor finished goods inventory to meet demand and turns targets.
• Communicate shortages to Customer Service and coordinate rush orders.
• Back up for slitting schedule and coordinate with Shipping for excess inventory.
• Participate in S&OP meetings and monthly close for work orders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma

College degree or Associate degree

Tools

Excel

Database software

JDE/ERP system

Job description

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.Westlake Royal Building Products offers a broad range of exterior siding and trim solutions designed for beauty, durability, and low maintenance. Our innovative vinyl, composite, and specialty materials support residential and commercial construction across diverse styles and climates. We promote a culture centered on innovation, collaboration, and growth.COMPETITIVE PAY & BENEFITS· Salary Range: $78,624 to $108,108 (inclusive of bonus opportunities)· Benefits Effective Day One· Medical, Dental, Vision· RRSP with 5% Company Match· Annual Retirement Contribution (ARC)· Life & AD&D Insurance· Paid Vacation· Tuition Assistance Program· Fitness Reimbursement Program· Career Growth & Advancement OpportunitiesSUMMARYResponsible for creating daily Production Schedules. Coordinate quarterly and yearly cycle count for raw material and finished good. Also responsible for all work order creation, variances and updates.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESMay include, but are not limited to, the following:• To control and monitor the flow of finished goods inventory.• Maintain inventory level to meet company’s goal in regards to inventory turns.• Maintain accurate inventory to support customer demand.• Prepare a Daily Production Schedule.• Daily review of any backorders and inform Customer Service when product will be available.• Run daily shortage report and ensure that products are on the production schedule.• Coordinate with Customer Service and Production on any rush customer orders.• Complete daily production reporting and ensure work orders are closed out daily.• Audit daily production efficiency and productivity and report on adherence to schedule.• Ensure proper levels of inventory are being maintained.• Determine quarterly raw material forecast for supplier planning for packaging.• Work with Production on a weekly basis to determine labor requirement based on Forecast.• Monitor daily production quantity against plan to ensure that they meet monthly targets.• Adheres to all company policies, procedures and regulations.• Back up for vacation coverage for Slitting schedule• Work with Shipping on storage of excess inventory.• Daily review of customer returns to ensure that inventories are transferred back into the system.• Identify obsolete and slow-moving inventory and work with team for disposition.• Daily review of Production Schedule with Production Team• Communicate with Purchaser as required on carton requirements and shortages.• Daily communication with Customer Service on any customer shortages or issues that will cause a backorder.• Attend S&OP meetings.• Coordinate the mid and year-end inventory count. Review the inputs, request for approvals and upload the finalized count in JDE.• Monthly tracking of scrapped coils.• Complete all month end close out of work orders and re-creation of new work orders.EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS• High school diploma required. College degree or Associates degree in a related field preferred.• Minimum of two years of experience in manufacturing environment.• Requires in depth knowledge of production practices and scheduling for multiple product lines.• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft applications, specifically strong working knowledge of excel and database software. JDE experience preferred or similar ERP system.• Strong analytical skills are a must. Good written and oral communication skills.• Good organizational skills and ability to multi-task.Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday.