Planning - Production Scheduler - 12mo Contract

Job Title: Production Scheduler                                       

Department: Planning                                    

Reporting to: Planning Manager

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Reporting the Planning Manager, the incumbent is responsible for development and preparation of daily schedules, optimization of all production resources to meet customer expectations, complete projects as assigned by the Manager, meet Polytainers objectives.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITES:

Preparation and Distribution of Production Schedule

• Prepare and distribute daily schedules to production supervision while adhering to pull principles.
• Monitor schedule attainment and follow-up significant concerns with production and/or management.
• Review customer requirements in advance to detect potential problems in meeting customer requirements.
• Ensure timely and efficient corrective action is taken to respond to issues that minimize the impact to the customer.

Maintenance and Optimization of Inventory

• Continuously evaluate (and adjust if necessary) inventory buffers based on demand variability, desired customer service levels and process capabilities.
• Proactively put measures in place to minimize total system obsolescence exposure.
• Determine root cause(s) through solid problem solving methodology to prevent recurrence of materials issues
• Develop & maintain daily/weekly/monthly inventory reports to ensure resources/inventory are available to meet customer demand

Capacity Planning and Preventive Maintenance Scheduling

• Identify, report and recommend solutions on capacity restrictions for the purpose of proactive planning and elimination of bottlenecks that impact capacity planning.
• Schedule and coordinate machine tools maintenance and/or overhauls with production and maintenance to ensure production goals are met
• Prepares “what if” scenarios for specific products on a “need to” basis.

System Maintenance and Communication

• Liaise with Quality Assurance and Sales on quality issues that affect deliveries
• Communicate scheduling deviations with Customer Service, maintain up to date system files regarding new or changing data (e.g. PCN’s, TCN’s, BOM’s etc.)
• Participate in information exchange with other departments as necessary.

Continuous Improvement (Other)

• Complete special projects as required.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Educational Requirements: High School Diploma minimum. College degree an asset.

Minimum Experience/Field: Minimum 5 years in manufacturing supply planning or production scheduling experience in a fast paced, high-volume environment. Knowledge of injection molding and plastic printing technology is an asset

Computer Skills: Good PC skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and MRPII systems.

Communication Skills: Proven track record working with people and problem resolution and strong interpersonal, collaboration skills

Additional Education/Experience/Skills: Knowledge of injection molding and plastic printing technology is an asset

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR THIS POSITION:

• Ability to multitask in a fast paced, growth environment with many competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong understanding of Computers and Software.to seek alternatives before determining best solutions
• Strong team working skills.
• Proven effective planning skills.
• Knowledge of pull inventory systems.
• Solid understanding of lean concepts.
• Good analytical skills.

Polytainers is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Polytainers is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. Polytainers is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.