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

Westlake Chemical Corporation; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 79,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

RRSP with 5% company match

Paid Vacation

Tuition Assistance Program

Fitness Reimbursement Program

Job summary

Westlake Chemical Corporation is seeking a Production Scheduler to create daily production schedules and manage cycles for raw materials and finished goods. You will generate work orders, monitor variances, and update schedules to align with monthly targets.

The role requires coordinating with Customer Service, Production, Shipping, and Purchasers to meet demand and maintain inventory health. The position emphasizes accurate production reporting, adherence to schedules, and participation in S&OP

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in manufacturing environment.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft applications, especially Excel and databases.
• Strong analytical skills and good written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Control and monitor the flow of finished goods inventory.
• Maintain inventory levels to support inventory turns and customer demand.
• Prepare a Daily Production Schedule and review backorders to inform Customer Service.
• Coordinate with Production and Shipping on daily production and storage of inventory.
• Back up for vacation coverage for the Slitting schedule.
• Attend S&OP meetings and assist in month-end close processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

College degree/Associates preferred

Tools

Excel

JDE ERP or similar

Job description

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 Opportunities

SUMMARY

Responsible 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 RESPONSIBILITIES

May 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 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.