Winpak Division is seeking a Production Planner to join our Production Control team based in Winnipeg, Manitoba . Reporting to the Supervisor, Production and Inventory Control , this role is responsible for developing and managing weekly production schedules and evaluating future demand and supply requirements to ensure optimal utilization of plant capacity.

The Production

Planner will plan sales orders and release work orders in a timely and structured manner to support smooth operations across all work centers. This role plays a key part in maintaining efficient production flow, minimizing disruptions, and ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction in alignment with Winpak standards. Plan custom orders, and work towards achieving a completion date that meets our internal and external customer expectations.

Ensure all required documentation is accurate, indicate what materials are to be used, what materials are to be produced, and clearly note any necessary special instructions required. Allocate demand to the appropriate work centers to ensure that we achieve optimum efficiency, lead-time and on-time delivery. Coordinate with Marketing to ensure that we continually look at methods to reduce aged inventory and increase our inventory turn ratio.

Sequence the week’s workload in a fashion that maximizes productivity, efficiency, and work center utilization. Address inquiries pertaining to production control issues from the Marketing and Technical Departments. Respond to inquiries in keeping with Winpak's Total Quality Program. 1+ year of experience in a manufacturing environment,



with a basic understanding of production scheduling processes. ~1+ year of experience in production planning, scheduling, and/or production control. ~1+ year of experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Word. ~Post-secondary education and/or CPIM/APICS are an asset.

This is a 100% on-site position based at 100 Saulteaux Crescent, Winnipeg, MB R3J 3T3, Canada . Medical & prescription coverage A comprehensive employee and family assistance program which includes short term counselling, wellbeing coaching, financial and legal consultations services. Additionally, you can also enroll in additional voluntary life insurance for yourself.

If you become injured or ill, you will also be able to apply for short term and long-term disability benefit coverage. Winpak’s vision is to provide the best packaging solutions for people and planet. We are a leading supplier of cutting-edge packaging solutions, known for providing high-quality products that meet the needs of a variety of industries, including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and consumer products.

With a commitment to sustainability, safety, and excellence, Winpak continues to grow as a global leader in the packaging industry. At Winpak, inclusion is one of our core values. we are committed to an equitable and inclusive recruitment process, evaluating applicants based on merit, capability, and qualifications related to the job - never on identity factors such as race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, disability, national origin, or any other protected status.

📌 Remote Production Planner (Winnipeg)
🏢 Winpak
📍 Winnipeg