At IEM, we’re not just building innovative electrical distribution systems, we’re shaping the future.

Reports To: Scheduling and Production Supervisor Salary Range: $34.43 - $39.76 CAD IEM is currently seeking a Production Planner for our Surrey, BC location, reporting to the Production Planning Manager.

The Production

Planner is responsible for translating customer demand and forecast requirements into executable production plans that align with material availability and manufacturing capacity. This role focuses on mid- to long-term planning, capacity alignment, and cross-functional coordination to support efficient manufacturing operations and on-time delivery, leveraging ERP tools to drive data-based decisions. This position requires 100% in-office presence at our Surrey, BC offices and does not offer remote work.

Production

Planning & Coordination Develop and maintain production plans based on customer demand, forecast data, material readiness, and manufacturing capacity. Review customer orders and demand signals to validate production requirements and alignment with established lead times. Collaborate with Production, Fabrication, and Engineering teams to ensure production plans are feasible and aligned with available resources.

Partner with stakeholders to support resolution of demand changes, material constraints, or capacity limitations. Utilize ERP systems (INFOR preferred) to analyze demand, plan production requirements, and support manufacturing execution. Capacity & Material Planning Capacity & Material Planning Analyze labor, equipment, and material capacity to identify constraints and support informed production planning decisions.

Work closely with Supply Chain and Materials Planning to ensure material strategies support production plans. Participate in cross-functional planning meetings to align demand, capacity, and material availability across departments. Support long-range and medium-range capacity planning initiatives.

Identify opportunities to improve planning accuracy, reduce lead times,



and enhance overall manufacturing efficiency. Contribute to lean manufacturing initiatives such as Kanban systems, visual management, and standardized planning processes. Support continuous improvement of ERP planning tools, data accuracy, and reporting practices.

Act as a key planning liaison between production, materials, supply chain, engineering, and customer service teams. Communicate potential capacity, material, or delivery risks to the Production Planning Manager in a timely manner. Support cross-functional alignment when changes occur due to demand shifts, design updates, or supply disruptions.

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (required). ~1–3 years of experience in production planning or manufacturing planning within a manufacturing environment. ~ Strong Excel and data analysis skills. ~ Working knowledge of manufacturing processes, lean principles, and capacity planning concepts. ~ Compensation actually offered for this role will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other perks, dependent on the level and position offered. At IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects.

Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey.

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📌 Remote Production Planner (Surrey)
🏢 Industrial Electric Manufacturing
📍 Surrey