Production Control Planner (Cambridge)

Overview As the Production Control Planner, you will ensure production processes run smoothly and products are delivered on time. You will work closely with management, engineering, and production employees to design, develop, test, and evaluate integrated systems for managing industrial processes, including human work factors, quality control, inventory control, logistics, material flow, cost analysis, and production coordination. Job Duties Plan and schedule material processes according to the production schedule Monitor the production plan and resolve any potential material issues Investigate production problems; analyze root causes and systems, including MRP, Kanban, and heijunka to improve material consistency Analyze delays and shortages; communicate production material requirements to meet delivery dates Plan inventory management processes to avoid shortages Coordinate with production to plan and implement engineering change notices (ECN’s) Monitor production progress and ensure that all materials are scheduled to arrive on time Maintain reports for production staff and managers Meet with production staff daily to stay up to date with schedules and priorities Work with the production team to further the development of MRP accuracy and build an efficient ordering practice for intercompany materials Location & Shift Location: 100 Savage Drive, Cambridge, ON Dedicated Shift: 8:00am – 4:30pm, Monday – Friday Skills & Experience Previous experience in data entry while ensuring accuracy Detail‑oriented, accurate, efficient problem‑solving, and time‑management skills Strong written and verbal communication skills along with active listening Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work with diverse groups and disciplines Qualifications Graduate of a Mechanical Technician / Technologist Program or Material / Operations Management or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent Project Management courses considered an asset Experience in SolidWorks suite of products Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems Benefits Family‑oriented company: social events, BBQs, pizza parties and more Competitive wages and profit sharing RRSP matching program Skills development and training reimbursement Company‑paid healthcare benefits and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Active social committee: annual family picnic, Christmas parties, theatre events, sporting events, family outings, and discounted admission prices for attractions across Ontario EEO & Accessibility Statement Tigercat strives to create a respectful, accessible, and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tigercat | Macdonald Steel