Production Scheduler

Communications Test Design, Inc.; Oakville; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health, Dental, Vision, & Prescription

RRSP

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Communications Test Design, Inc. is seeking a Production Scheduler in Oakville, Ontario.

You will create and maintain production schedules aligned with demand, orders, and inventory, working closely with procurement, manufacturing, and warehouse teams to ensure material availability and capacity. You will monitor progress, adjust plans for downtime or demand changes, and analyze capacity to remove bottlenecks.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in production scheduling, planning, or manufacturing coordination.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, capacity planning, and lead times.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas, data analysis).
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and the full Microsoft Office Suite to support reporting and operations.
• Attention to detail to ensure schedules are accurate and realistic.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on demand forecasts, orders, and inventory levels.
• Collaborate with production supervisors, purchasing, and warehouse teams to align schedules with material availability and workforce capacity.
• Monitor progress against schedules and adjust as needed to address downtime, shortages, or demand changes.
• Analyze production capacity and recommend workflow improvements to reduce bottlenecks.
• Communicate schedule changes to relevant departments to minimize disruptions.
• Coordinate with quality control to ensure products meet standards.
• Maintain scheduling data within ERP/production management systems.
• Generate and distribute regular production reports for management review.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and implementing process efficiencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned aligning with warehouse and business needs.

Skills

Experience in scheduling

Manufacturing capacity planning

Excel proficiency

ERP/MRP systems

Detail oriented

Adaptable to priorities

Time management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Supply Chain/Operations

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

• Create and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on demand forecasts, customer orders, and inventory levels.
• Collaborate with production supervisors, purchasing, and warehouse teams to align schedules with material availability and workforce capacity.
• Monitor progress against schedules and adjust as needed to address equipment downtime, material shortages, or changes in demand.
• Analyze production capacity and recommend workflow improvements to reduce bottlenecks.
• Communicate schedule changes promptly to relevant departments to ensure transparency and minimize disruptions.
• Coordinate with quality control to ensure products meet compliance and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate scheduling data within ERP or production management systems.
• Generate and distribute regular production reports for management review.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and implementing process efficiencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned, in alignment with the needs of the warehouse and the business it supports.

Required Skills and Experience

• 2+ years of experience in production scheduling, planning, or manufacturing coordination.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, capacity planning, and lead times.
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail to ensure schedules are accurate and realistic.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, advanced formulas, and data analysis tools.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and the full Microsoft Office Suite to support reporting and daily operations.
• Adapts quickly to meet changing priorities and manages time effectively, balancing multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Proficient in managing a demanding workload, prioritizing tasks, and consistently meeting deadlines.
• Ability to strategically analyze complex situations and develop well-considered plans.
• Applies analytical skills to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve production goals.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and engage others.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a strategic mindset and a focus on results and continuous improvement.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Previous experience working in a high-volume distribution, manufacturing, technical service (i.e. testing and repair) or forward/reverse logistics operation.

Educational Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, or related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected further consideration will be contacted.

CTDI welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

By applying, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information for recruitment purposes in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy laws.

This is an active vacancy.

You will love working in our family-oriented company! When you join our family, you will enjoy perks such as:

• Weekly pay
• Positive, team-oriented, inclusive workplace
• Health, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Coverage
• Paid holidays, vacation, & sick/personal time

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• RRSP
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition reimbursement