We're Hiring: Production & Material Planner

Mil-Aero Electronics Atlantic Inc.

Location: Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

Position: Full-Time

Reports To: VP & General Manager

About Mil-Aero

Mil-Aero Electronics Atlantic Inc. is a growing manufacturer specializing in high-quality wire harnesses, cable assemblies, and electronic manufacturing solutions. We serve customers in demanding industries where quality, precision, and on-time delivery are essential.

As we continue to grow and strengthen our operations, we are looking for an experienced Production & Material Planner to join our team.

About the Role The Production & Material Planner will play a key role in coordinating production schedules, material requirements, and resources to ensure efficient operations and on-time customer deliveries.

This position is an opportunity to help shape and improve our planning processes as we transition from manual and spreadsheet-based systems to a more structured, ERP-driven environment.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on, detail-oriented planner who understands the practical realities of manufacturing and thrives in a growing, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop and maintain production schedules based on customer demand, inventory availability, and production capacity.
- Plan and coordinate material requirements to ensure components are available to support production schedules.
- Work closely with Production, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, and Program Management to align priorities and resources.
- Monitor production progress, identify capacity constraints,



and proactively address scheduling conflicts, material shortages, and delays.
- Coordinate the release of production documentation for warehouse kitting and manufacturing.
- Track inventory levels, work-in-progress (WIP), and key performance indicators to support operational efficiency.
- Communicate weekly production plans, schedule changes, and priorities to key stakeholders and senior management.
- Support product costing, inventory optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Identify opportunities to streamline planning processes and improve overall production performance.
- Play an active role in the implementation and ongoing development of our ERP/MRP system.

Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 7 years of experience in production planning, material planning, or a related manufacturing role.
- Experience in electronics manufacturing, wire harness assembly, cable assembly, or a similar industry preferred.
- Strong understanding of Material Requirements Planning (MRP), production scheduling, inventory management, and supply chain operations.
- Practical knowledge of manufacturing processes, production capacity, and complex Bills of Materials (BOMs).




- Experience working with ERP/MRP systems and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and manage competing priorities.
- A proactive, hands-on approach with strong attention to detail and a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Post-secondary education in Business, Operations, Supply Chain Management, or a related technical field is considered an asset.
- Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) or related certification is an asset.

What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who can bring structure, organization, and forward-thinking to our production planning processes. The successful candidate will be comfortable working directly with production teams, solving day-to-day challenges, and contributing to long-term operational improvements.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planner who wants to make a meaningful impact in a growing manufacturing organization.

Join Our Team

At Mil-Aero, you'll have the opportunity to work in a collaborative manufacturing environment, contribute to operational improvements, and play an important role in supporting our continued growth.

Interested in joining Mil-Aero?

We encourage qualified candidates to apply and become part of our growing team.

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Versatile schedule
- On-site parking
- RRSP match

Work Location: In person

📌 Production Planner (Dartmouth)
🏢 Mil-Aero Electronics Atlantic
📍 Dartmouth