Strategic Production Planner — Forecast & Optimize Scheduling

AROW Global LTD; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Inclusive culture

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Paid time off

Safety boots reimbursement

EFAP

Job summary

AROW Global LTD is seeking a Production Planner to join our Winnipeg manufacturing team. You will report to the Production Planning Supervisor and be responsible for updating the production schedule based on forecasts, capacity, and new opportunities to meet customer demands.

You will coordinate scheduling, forecast materials, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth operations and address issues. Relevant ERP experience and Excel proficiency are important assets for success.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Post-secondary related to Manufacturing/Production Management is asset but not required.
• 1–2 years of production planning or scheduling experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems; knowledge of IFS is an asset.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong accountability and responsiveness to production needs.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience reading/manufacturing drawings/blueprints is an asset.
• Lean Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, and/or Six Sigma experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and forecast materials to support smooth production runs.
• Prepare and distribute weekly/monthly production schedules and communicate deviations.
• Improve processes and procedures to ensure schedule accuracy.
• Maintain long-term capacity forecasting to anticipate demand and challenges.
• Coordinate internal scheduling changes with materials and production teams.
• Assist in resolving production and material supply conflicts.
• Develop forecasted production plans based on customer demand and capacity.
• Analyze fabrication capacity to determine outsourcing needs and resource use.
• Communicate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and customers to ensure smooth operations.
• Provide customer service support when needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Accountability

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Reading blueprints

Education

High School Diploma

Post-secondary in Manufacturing/Engineering (asset)

Tools

ERP system (IFS)

Excel

MS Office

Job description

AROW Global LTD is seeking a Production Planner to join our Winnipeg manufacturing team. You will report to the Production Planning Supervisor and be responsible for updating the production schedule based on forecasts, capacity, and new opportunities to meet customer demands.

You will coordinate scheduling, forecast materials, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth operations and address issues. Relevant ERP experience and Excel proficiency are important assets for success.