PRODUCTION PLANNER

Job Summary:

The Production Planner is responsible for coordinating and scheduling the manufacturing of custom cables and harnesses to ensure effective production, timely deliveries, and optimal use of labor, materials, and equipment. The role works closely with engineering, purchasing, production, and shipping departments to meet customer requirements and production targets.

Key Responsibilities:
Review customer orders, specifications, and delivery schedules.
Develop and maintain daily and weekly production schedules for manufacturing.
Coordinate production activities across cutting, assembly, finishing, quality, and shipping departments.
Monitor production capacity and adjust schedules to maximize efficiency and meet delivery deadlines.
Ensure timely availability of hardware, wire, and other materials required for production.
Work with purchasing to resolve material shortages and delivery issues.
Track work orders through the manufacturing process and identify bottlenecks.
Prioritize production based on customer commitments and project requirements.
Maintain accurate production records and update ERP/MRP systems.
Communicate schedule changes and production status to management, sales,



and operations teams.
Assist with inventory planning and stock control to minimize waste and excess inventory.
Analyze production performance and recommend process improvements.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity and reduce lead times.

Qualifications
Experience in manufacturing planning, preferably in the electronic or custom cable industry.
Solid understanding of production processes, materials, and workflow management.
Proficiency in ERP/MRP/GSS systems and Microsoft Excel.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Solid communication and coordination skills.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles is an asset.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
On-time production completion.
On-time customer deliveries.
Schedule adherence.
Material availability and inventory accuracy.
Production efficiency and capacity utilization.
Reduction of production delays and bottlenecks.

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Production Planner Calgary
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