Production Scheduler

**Job Title**:Production Scheduler

**About Us**: Established in 1988, Parmerit is a leader in custom machining, fabrication, and automation. Parmerit works with the latest technology to design and fabricate automated tooling, systems and components for a diverse client base across a variety of industries including automotive, pharmaceutical, aerospace, and defense. Over the past 36 years, we have been dedicated to being an elite supplier of service, quality, and technical expertise.

Parmerit recently acquired Adescor, which operates from the Parmerit facility, located in Strathroy, Ontario. Adescor is a manufacturer of plastic corrugated pipe processing systems. Our cutting-edge solutions are engineered to enable maximum productivity and efficiency for plastic pipe producers. Embracing the latest in robotics and automation, we're not just meeting industry standards - we're setting them.

We value passionate and highly motivated team members who want to make a difference. We pride ourselves on our culture of working as a team, relentlessly pursuing excellence, and taking on challenging assignments. Our dynamic and rapidly growing company is at the forefront of innovation, and we are looking for team members who desire to join us and be part of our exciting journey forward.

**Role Purpose**:As a Production Scheduler, you will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating fabrication and machining jobs, ensuring timely delivery that meets customer requirements. Parmerit’s Production Scheduler’s will collaborate with cross-functional teams, and build strong relationships with customers through regular communication. This role requires a strong technical background, organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

**Reports To**:General Manager

**Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Plan and establish a detailed production schedule for fabrication and machining jobs, including coating (paint, black oxide, etc.).
- Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
- Monitor job progression and make necessary adjustments where needed.
- Interpret documentation, specifications, and design drawings to define scope/contents of projects/jobs.
- Maintain ERP systems to update and track production schedules and ensure timeliness of projects.
- Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress, to be shared with customers and internal teams.
- Monitor production needs and plan resource allocation, including personnel and materials, to optimize workflow and ensure efficient operation across fabrication and machining.
- Communicate with internal teams including sales, quoting, purchasing, and production to ensure alignment with requirements and constraints.
- Address customer questions and concerns regarding order specifications, production schedules, and delivery, as required
- Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by suggesting improvements to workflow, safety, and costs.

**Key Competencies and Behaviors**:
Displays excellence in daily work
- Detail oriented, eye for quality
- Clean and organized

Positive and engaged
- Must be motivated and have a team-oriented attitude
- Good communication and interpersonal skills

Coachable
- Must be willing to learn, grow and develop
- Receive constructive feedback

Generates great ideas, opportunities for CI
- Commitment to continuous improvement
- Goes above and beyond

Works to high standards
- Works with quality in mind
- Takes responsibility and accountability

**Qualifications & Experience**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in production planning and scheduling, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Advanced in MS Office, Excel, ERP systems, and estimating software
- Strong critical thinking and attention to detail; must be able to problem solve and think independently.
- General knowledge of CNC machines, manual mills, and boring mills.
- Proficient in reading and understanding technical documentation, industrial blueprints and plans.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective customer and team interactions.
- Strong organizational skills, with an ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Work Location: In person