Key Responsibilities

- Develop and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on customer orders, forecasts, and inventory levels

- Coordinate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams to ensure schedule feasibility and alignment

- Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as needed to address delays, equipment issues, or material shortages

- Prioritize work orders to meet delivery deadlines and customer requirements

- Analyze capacity constraints and recommend solutions to improve throughput and efficiency

- Ensure raw materials, compounds, and components are available to support planned production

- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, schedule adherence, and production efficiency

- Communicate schedule changes and updates to relevant stakeholders in a timely manner

- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to production planning and workflow optimization

- Maintain accurate records in ERP/MRP systems

Qualifications

- Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, or a related field

- 2–5 years of experience in production scheduling, preferably in a manufacturing setting (rubber/plastics experience is an asset)





- Strong understanding of production processes, capacity planning, and inventory control

- Experience with ERP/MRP systems

- Experience with S&OP; process is an asset

- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Key Competencies

- Attention to detail and accuracy

- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

- Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills

- Ability to work cross-functionally with various departments

- Adaptability and ability to respond quickly to changing production demands

Working Conditions

- Manufacturing plant environment (rubber processing facility)

- Exposure to noise, heat, and industrial equipment

- Primarily office-based with regular time spent on the production floor

Health & Safety Responsibilities

- Adhere to all company health and safety policies and procedures

- Participate in safety training and promote a safe working environment

- Report any hazards, incidents, or unsafe conditions immediately

📌 Production Scheduler - Production Planning (Kitchener)
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📍 Kitchener