Manufacturing Production Planner/Scheduler (Contract Role)Contract Vaughan, ON, CASalary Range: $70,000.00 To $73,000.00 AnnuallyJob SummaryThe production planner/scheduler is responsible for developing and executing production plans that optimize manufacturing capacity, inventory investments and customer service performance across injection molding and extrusion operations. This role collaborates closely with Customer service, Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Tooling and Warehouse teams to ensure production schedule aligns with customer demands, material availability, labor resource, tooling constraints and equipment capacity.Balance demand and supply while driving schedule adherence, inventory accuracy, manufacturing efficiency and continuous improvement throughout the production planning processEducationBachelor's Degree in a related field. Working towards certification in CPIM an asset.QualificationsMinimum of 3-5 years of production planning, scheduling or supply chain planning experience within high volume manufacturing environmentExperience in manufacturing plastics, including injection molding and/or extrusion environment is strongly preferredWorking knowledge of material requirement planning (MRP), Master production scheduling (MPS), sales & operations planning (S&OP) and capacity planning principlesExperience utilizing ERP/MRP systems (IQMS, SAP or similar manufacturing ERP systemsAdvanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas and data analysis.Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detailDemonstrate ability to prioritize multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentExcellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to influence cross functional teamsStrong understanding of inventory management,



production flow, manufacturing constraints and scheduling methodologiesKnowledge of lean manufacturing principles, continuous improvement, and waste reduction initiatives is an asset.Key ResponsibilitiesProduction Planning & SchedulingDevelop and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules that support customer demand while maximizing manufacturing efficiency.Create finite production schedules considering machine capacity, tooling availability, labour resources, raw material availability, changeovers, and production priorities.Maintain and adjust schedules in response to changing customer requirements, production constraints, equipment downtime, and material shortages.Monitor schedule adherence and proactively resolve issues impacting production performance.Balance production capacity across multiple manufacturing cells, presses, and extrusion lines.Demand & Supply PlanningTranslate customer forecasts, sales orders, and demand signals into executable production plans.Collaborate with Customer Service and Sales to prioritize customer orders and maintain targeted service levels.Partner with Procurement to ensure raw materials, packaging,



and purchased components are available to support production schedules.Review inventory levels and recommend production quantities that optimize inventory turns while minimizing stockouts and excess inventory.Support inventory optimization initiatives through effective planning and demand management.ERP & Data ManagementGenerate and release production work orders in accordance with the master production schedule.Ensure data integrity within the ERP system to support accurate planning and reporting.Cross-Functional CollaborationWork closely with Manufacturing, Maintenance, Tooling, Engineering, Quality, Warehouse, and Procurement to ensure production readiness.Participate in daily production meetings to communicate schedule priorities, capacity constraints, and recovery plans.Coordinate outside processing, subcontracting, and secondary operations as required.Support new product launches, engineering changes, and production transitions by ensuring planning data is updated.Inventory ManagementMonitor finished goods, work-in-process, and raw material inventory levels.Identify slow-moving and obsolete inventory and provide recommendations for disposition.Support physical inventory counts and cycle counting activities as required.Maintain inventory levels that support customer service objectives while minimizing working capital investment.Reporting & Performance MetricsPrepare and monitor key performance indicators including:On-Time Delivery (OTD)Production Schedule AdherenceInventory TurnsCapacity UtilizationManufacturing EfficiencyBackorder PerformanceMRP Exception ManagementProduction ThroughputProvide regular reporting and analysis to management, identifying risks, trends, and recommendations for corrective action.Gracious Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a protected environment for all employees equally. We adhere to all guidelines set forth in the OHSA and the AODA and focus on inclusivity in all of our employment practices. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please let us know at the time of application.

📌 Manufacturing Production Planner/Scheduler (Contract Role) (Vaughan)
🏢 Gracious Living
📍 Vaughan