Production Scheduler

Ultra Electronics Group; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental

RRSP and profit sharing

Education assistance

Job summary

Ultra Maritime, part of Ultra Electronics Group, in Dartmouth, NS, seeks a Production Scheduler to create master production schedules for shop floor execution. You will coordinate with Project Management, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to ensure on-time delivery and optimal resource use.

The role requires a degree in Industrial Engineering or related field, 5+ years in production scheduling within Nuclear/Defence/Aerospace, and strong skills in Microsoft Project and ERP/IFS systems.

Qualifications

• Experience in a production scheduling role within a manufacturing environment (Nuclear/Defence/Aerospace).
• Degree or Diploma in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project and ERP/MRP systems.

Responsibilities

• Produce Master Production schedule into practical daily/weekly shop floor plans.
• Identify critical paths and constraints; communicate impacts to stakeholders.
• Coordinate inputs with Project Management and Programs for accurate schedules.
• Monitor progress, address variances, and drive corrective actions.
• Develop forecasting tools for capacity and resource planning.
• Maintain accurate production data in ERP and support improvements.

Skills

Production scheduling

ERP/MRP

MS Office

Microsoft Project

Capacity planning

BoMs

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Industrial Engineering degree

Engineering diploma

Tools

IFs

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies.Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!The Operations team at Ultra is responsible for the manufacture, integration and testing of a wide range of products and systems providing innovative capabilities for our customers.The Planning & Scheduling function within Operations at Ultra, is responsible for reviewing incoming order requirements, material availability, capacity planning and resource forecasting to ensure customer orders are delivered in line with customer requirements. The role interfaces between various departments enabling the development of realistic plans and schedules to ensure achievable targets are set.Nationality RequirementsCandidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.Job DescriptionThis position has the overall responsibility for the production schedule, including capacity and resource forecasting, escalating of issues/threats to delivery through Programs scheduling.Key Responsibilities:Produce the Master Production schedule into practical daily and weekly production plans for the shop floor, ensuring priorities, labour, materials and equipment availability are aligned.Highlight and identify critical paths and constraints to the schedule and pro-actively recommend changeWork cross functionally with the Project Management team to ensure proper inputs to the schedule and provide updates to their specific programsPrepare and communicate production status updates, recovery plans, capacity concerns and delivery impacts to stakeholders.Monitor production progress against plan, identify variances, delays or constraints, and coordinate corrective actions with Manufacturing, Planning, Supply Chain, Quality and Program teams.Proactively measure dependencies, durations, and milestones and implement and update found efficienciesAnalyze current processes and usage of resources and create forecasting tools for resource capacityWork with the planning team to ensure all material, tools and instructions are readily available, adjust the schedule accordinglyWork with production and use daily feedback to ensure that schedule is up to dateUtilize documentation and estimates to add to master schedule and create repair and overhaul schedulesWork with the Manufacturing team to develop time studies to better create efficiencies within the scheduleImplement process improvements to enhance scheduling efficiencyMaintain accurate production control data in the ERP system, schedule changes and completion dates.Support continuous improvement activities by analyzing production data, identifying recurring issues and recommending changes to improve schedule reliability, resource utilization and operational efficiency.Qualifications / skills required supportExperience working in a production scheduling role in a manufacturing environment (Nuclear, Defence or Aerospace)Degree/Diploma in Industrial Engineering or equivalent diploma considered an assetKnowledge of Microsoft ProjectKnowledge of IFS is considered an assetExperience working with BoMs and manufacturing routings within an ERP/MRP system.Highly motivated to succeed, with the ability to manage / influence others, as required, to positively influence their performance and achieve targets.Excellent time management and task prioritisation skills are essential with the ability to juggle tasks.Good general standard of education is required including GCSE or equivalent in Science, Maths and English.Previous experience in production scheduling is essential, experience with manual scheduling advantageous.Must be methodical and organised and approach all tasks in a systematic, process-orientated manner at a high level of detail.Strong computer user, proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Project, Excel, and Outlook are necessary).This role is suitable for a proactive individual who is a strong organizer and planner, they must be comfortable working within tight timescales.Typically, a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent experience) and 5+ years of related experienceTypically, a Bachelor Degree (or equivilant) in a related field and 7+ years of related Agile/Scrum experience.Diverse & Inclusive EmployerUltra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.What’s in it for you?We offer a competitive benefits package including extended health and dental, life insurance, RRSP, deferred profit sharing, optional critical illness insurance, an EFAP and student bursaries.We encourage regular manager-employee performance feedback, goal alignment and employee development through our Employee Performance Development Plan (EPDP) and offer employee education assistance to allow our people to acquire new qualifications and certifications.We are an Equal Opportunities employer and particularly welcome applications from Women, Aboriginal Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Visible Minorities.Reasonable accommodation statement: If you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email [e-mail]: Ultra Maritime