Production Support Specialist

J.D. Irving, Limited; Halifax; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading shipbuilding company in Halifax is seeking a Production Support Specialist. In this role, you will manage inventory systems, oversee procurement, and lead projects while ensuring compliance and safety. The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of experience in relevant fields and strong project management skills. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for continuous improvement and collaboration.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in planning, scheduling, inventory/data management, and project management.
• Proven expertise in budget management and inventory database systems.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of successful execution.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and manage daily tooling & equipment inventories.
• Oversee procurement and supply readiness through coordination.
• Lead and manage subcontractors for high-performance execution of work.
• Drive capital and expense projects from initiation to completion.
• Implement and audit safety and quality compliance plans.
• Support annual budget planning and project financials.
• Champion continuous improvement for inventory systems.

Skills

Planning and scheduling

Inventory management

Budget management

Project management

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

University degree or technical diploma

Job description

Irving Shipbuilding is seeking a Production Support Specialist in Dartmouth, NS

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in planning, scheduling, inventory/data management, and project management.
• University degree preferred; technical diploma/designation with extensive experience also considered.
• Proven expertise in budget management and inventory database systems.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of successful execution.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Skilled in managing multiple priorities and assignments in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication, networking, and negotiation capabilities.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and manage daily tooling & equipment inventories including small tools, consumables, gauges, and spare parts.
• Oversee procurement and supply readiness through coordination with internal teams and external vendors.
• Lead and manage subcontractors to ensure safe, compliant, and high-performance execution of work.
• Drive capital and expense projects from initiation to completion, ensuring cost, schedule, and safety targets are met.
• Develop and maintain inventory specifications, functional requirements, and reporting tools to support business continuity.
• Implement and audit safety, quality, and regulatory compliance plans across all project activities.
• Support annual budget planning and oversee project financials for tooling and equipment services.
• Champion continuous improvement by developing process maps and work instructions for inventory systems.