Master / Production Scheduler

North York, ON

Located near hwy 400 and Finch Avenue in Toronto, Ontario

We are a leading solution provider of complex machined products, serving the Aerospace, Oil and Gas, Nuclear and Industrial sectors. Over the last half century, we have expanded and updated our product mix to supply top-tier customers globally in a wide variety of industries. Our operating strategy targets niche markets in need of sophisticated manufacturing capabilities and our long-term relationships with our customers provide the foundation of our success.

We are seeking candidates who want to be challenged every day to meet design, technical, manufacturing and organizational requirements, who think out-of-the box and pride themselves with continuous improvement. You will be given the opportunity to make a difference, utilize and develop your skills and capabilities, work with other skilled professionals and play a vital role in the overall success of the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Basic scheduling plan and upgrading it to an automated scheduling plan
• The scheduling includes all resource planning of people
• Prioritize productions, eliminate cues, and increase output
• Creation and maintenance of production plan & master schedule per customer demand using ERP system
• Keep production priorities current, complete, and accurate
• Work cross-functionally to ensure all labor, material, and operational inputs can support the aligned schedule
• Generate plant forecasting of load and both short term and long term available capacity
• Identify possible constraints to the plant
• Maintain production control reporting-monitor planned versus actual results
• Advises management of the status of work in progress and potential production problems to ensure that personnel, equipment, materials and services are provided as needed
• Advises management of equipment and personnel that need to be scheduled
• Liaison with sales, logistics, and manufacturing departments
• Rectify and/or reconcile differences and inaccuracies that have to do with shipment and deliveries to customers
• Make sure schedules are given to employees in a timely fashion and that any distortions in the company’s schedule are accounted for daily
• Ensure that every employee involved in the production process has a clear understanding of what is required to meet the order and needs of customers
• Maintain different reporting systems to make sure that all forms of documentation are accurate and also timely.
• Record production progress daily
• Participates in forecasting meetings with sales, marketing, and other related departments; leads additional planning meetings with sales, production, shipping, purchasing, and customer service staff
• Reports directly to the Director of Operations

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Business Administration is an asset
• Or equivalent industry experience with background in planning, supply chain, inventory management and other related fields
• Minimum of 10 years related work experience developing and operating a complex manufacturing system
• Demonstrated ability with software programs related to scheduling and linking programs
• Experience working in aerospace industry is preferred
• Knowledge of AS9100 preferred

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of ERP Scheduling System and Processes
• Attention to detail is critical
• Creative thinker and goal oriented
• Strong analytical skills
• Superior ability to plan, schedule activities within a manufacturing environment
• Expert ability to conduct analysis, prepare reports, problem solve
• Customer and relationship building focus

We Offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive group benefit plan including medical, dental & life insurance coverage
• Company contributions to retirement savings plan (RRSP)
• Training, development, and career planning
• Air Conditioned Facility

We will make reasonable accommodations of an otherwise qualified employee or applicant for employment, unless undue hardship would result. Any applicant or employee who requires accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of a job should provide details to Human Resources.