Southmedic is known globally as an innovative, high quality Canadian medical device manufacturer. allowing you to reach your full potential through ongoing training and development. We are looking for a Production Planner – a skilled individual who is responsible for the efficient and cost-effective manufacturing plan for the Assembly Department.

The Assembly Production

Planner is responsible for but not limited to predictive planning, scheduling of orders and monitoring of plan capacity and advise when capacity is going to become a concern.

The Assembly Production

Planner is responsible to advise manufacturing and materials management of production conflicts and provide possible solutions.

The Assembly Production

Planner is responsible for ensuring the demand for purchased parts is accurate parts for the assembly area. The Planning & Supply Chain Manager is fully briefed on the current schedule attainment in the Assembly department. Supports purchasing as to stock requirements for the completion of all Assembly department orders. Provides manufacturing lead times to customer service. Manages and monitor Customer supplied material relating to production plan.

Ensures

Assembly department meets the production deadlines to ensure on time customer delivery. Back up the Jr Production Planner and Tier 2 Customer Service for vacation and absence. Provide assembly schedules to manufacturing associates and management.

Plan production through the use of material planning module within Southmedic’s ERP system. Use sales reports to project planned production requirements. Review inventory levels in all warehouses and plan production to replenish stock.

Shall ensure any challenges in manufacturing are brought up in the daily morning manufacturing meeting and pushes for solutions to ensure solutions are implemented in a timely manner. Push cost saving initiatives for manufacturing that align with corporate focus/direction.



Shall ensure that all business is performed with an attention to detail and are done in accordance with the Southmedic Quality System, mission and values.

Provide schedule attainment metrics to manufacturing management. To administrate annual cycle count for contract customers and where required adjustments to inventory are made based on sound investigation of variance. Robust background in production resource planning and supply chain management.

Understanding of manufacturing process flow and requirements. Post-secondary education relating to supply chain management, production planning Demonstrated ability to follow standard operating procedures, work instructions and company policies Proficiency within Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Powerpoint, etc..) Strong analytical, organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills, with careful attention to detail and data accuracy. Competitive base salary with performance-based bonuses and incentives.

Mileage & Expenses Reimbursement – for business related travel.

Retirement

Program - Southmedic will match RRSP contributions in our program that employees can begin participating on their first day.

Benefits - Our group benefit plan covers medical, dental, vision, and other health needs, including our employee assistance program. Perks – Southmedic employees enjoy a variety of perks and discounts from local corporate partners like fitness memberships, events, and more!

Education Reimbursement - Our continuing education program provides financial assistance for training and education courses. Engagement - We hold a number of social activities during the year including BBQ's, giveaways, and employee activities. Southmedicis committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please advise the Human Resources Department.

📌 Production Planner- On site (Barrie)
🏢 Southmedic
📍 Barrie