Strategic Production Planner - Manufacturing & Packaging

ORA Partenaires; St. James Industrial; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Catalys Lubricants in Winnipeg, Manitoba is seeking a Production Planner to effectively plan manufacturing, packaging, and replenishment for industrial lubricants, DEF, windshield washer fluid and other products. You will ensure product availability to meet customer demand while optimizing efficiency and reducing costs.

You will work closely with the Director of Operations, develop schedules for bulk and packaged products, manage raw materials, and coordinate with Purchasing, Production,

Qualifications

• Diploma in Project Management or Production Planning.
• Minimum 5 years of production planning experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily production operations with the Director of Operations.
• Develop production schedules for bulk and packaged products.
• Coordinate blending, filling and labeling schedules based on inventory, forecasts and orders.
• Plan DEF and seasonal fluids production considering demand and turnover.
• Monitor raw material availability and liaise with Purchasing as needed.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Production, Warehouse and Customer Service to meet deadlines.
• Adjust schedules in real time for breakdowns, urgent orders, supplier delays or weather.
• Maintain planning data in the ERP system with quantities, dates and priorities.
• Participate in inventory management including safety stock, FIFO, and cycle counts.
• Monitor KPIs like service levels and production efficiency; support continuous improvement.
• Prepare reports and summaries for the Director of Operations.
• Maintain safe, clean and organized work environment.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Time management

Adaptability

Cross-functional collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma in Project Management or Production Planning

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Catalys Lubricants in Winnipeg, Manitoba is seeking a Production Planner to effectively plan manufacturing, packaging, and replenishment for industrial lubricants, DEF, windshield washer fluid and other products. You will ensure product availability to meet customer demand while optimizing efficiency and reducing costs.

You will work closely with the Director of Operations, develop schedules for bulk and packaged products, manage raw materials, and coordinate with Purchasing, Production,