Production Planner – Food Manufacturing

Tasks

• Plan short-, medium- and long-term production activities based on operational requirements and established priorities.
• Translate customer orders and sales forecasts into production requirements.
• Determine production sequences to optimize equipment utilization and available manufacturing capacity.
• Anticipate requirements for raw materials, ingredients and packaging materials to support uninterrupted production.
• Assess finished goods storage capacity and incorporate warehouse constraints into production planning.
• Coordinate activities with Purchasing, Warehouse, Production, Maintenance and Quality Assurance teams.
• Identify constraints that could affect production and work with the appropriate teams to implement necessary adjustments.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules based on results, changing priorities and operational needs.
• Reschedule production sequences when unexpected issues arise, including equipment breakdowns, material shortages or changes in customer demand.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels to support production requirements while minimizing excess stock.
• Optimize product rotation to reduce losses related to shelf life and expiry dates.
• Perform any other related duties.

Advantages

• A family-oriented, collaborative work environment focused on teamwork and mutual support.
• 4 weeks of vacation per year.
• Competitive salary plus bonus.
• The opportunity to join a growing Canadian company in the food industry.
• A role with a direct impact on operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Opportunities for growth within the company.
• On-site parking.
• Company laptop provided.

Job requirements

• Minimum 5 years of production planning experience in the food manufacturing industry.
• College diploma or bachelor’s degree in operations management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, manufacturing processes and contingency planning for operational disruptions such as equipment breakdowns, labour shortages and supply issues.
• Experience with inventory management and demand planning.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, as well as ERP systems.
• Excellent organizational, prioritization and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multiple departments and stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills; knowledge of French is considered an asset.
• Occasional availability outside regular business hours to address operational emergencies.
• Knowledge of Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) regulations applicable to food products is an asset.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement principles is an asset.