Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Category: Manufacturing
Salary: 0 - 0 CAD / yearly
Full-time
Seeking a Planning Manager to lead and optimize the Planning Department's operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Lead the Planning Department to ensure accurate production schedules and workflow.
Monitor daily operations, troubleshoot issues, and address scheduling risks.
Manage labor resources, track productivity, and escalate concerns as needed.
Maintain production deadlines by identifying and resolving scheduling conflicts.
Collaborate with internal teams on forecasting, capacity planning, and project updates.
Track job progress, ensuring timely completion and closure of work orders.
Adjust schedules for design changes, material shortages, or production delays.
Analyze production and labor data to drive operational efficiency.
Accurately manage material and labor transactions in the ERP system.
Foster a safe, supportive work environment with open communication.
Adhere to all safety guidelines and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Prior experience in planning or project coordination within a manufacturing setting is strongly preferred.
Strong project management skills with a keen eye for detail and organizational ability.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and remain flexible under pressure.
Exceptional problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.
A strong sense of accountability and personal responsibility.
Clear and effective communication skills – both written and verbal – that promote team understanding and collaboration.