Production Planner/scheduler

Stella-Jones is North America's leading producer of industrial pressure-treated wood products. Responding to the vital infrastructure needs of our economy, we manufacture and distribute railway ties, utility poles, residential lumber and industrial wood products across the continent. The Company’s common shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: SJ).

Stella-Jones recruits team members who embody our core values and desire an environment where growth is inspired, dedication is recognized, and achievement is rewarded. Our ever
- expanding footprint provides a great prospect for career advancement as we seek to develop our emerging leaders.

The Production Planner/Scheduler is responsible for scheduling planned production, and the coordination to replenish all of the direct materials (excluding whitewood) to meet the needs of the planned production schedule.
- Review direct material inventory and requirements through a usage reports.
- Manage planning and production master data.
- Lead-time, good receipts time calculation.
- Lot size calculation and procedure determination.
- Production versions and work center performance efficiency.
- Perform capacity requirement planning analysis (line loading & labour planning) and participate in discussion with operations team.
- Optimize finished goods stock coverage between sites in collaboration with the Planner Buyer.
- Run MRP Live.
- Manage master data inconsistencies, update machine and labour capacities.
- Create a production schedule in an optimal sequence.
- Schedule daily/weekly production meetings with all plants.
- Publish production schedule for a rolling horizon (packing, treating, and grading).
- Coordinate and perform monthly cycle and annual inventory counts
- Provide coverage and relief duties as well as other functions as assigned

Qualitications
- Grade 12 completed. Business Administration Degree or Supply Chain Management Degree and asset
- 3+ years of experience in production planning, inventory control or manufacturing
- Proficiency in English, spoken and written
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Problem solving, prioritization and conflict resolution skills
- Strong decision making and presentation skills
- Capability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Solid understanding of inventory management practices and procedures
- Maintain positive and enthusiastic attitude even in adverse situations
- Time and Stress management
- Excellent Customer service skills and the ability to anticipate customer needs
- Highly organized with strong time-management and attention to detail
- Advanced Computer skills (Microsoft Office), knowledge in SAP (IBP system is an asset)
- Extensive product knowledge in outdoor building materials industry (lumber) is an asset

As a Stella-Jones employee, you will enjoy access to excellent benefits and incentives, including:

- Extended health and dental coverage
- Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)
- Short-Term and Long-Term disability coverage
- Competitive compensation
- Annual Profit Share Program
- Retirement program (RRSP) with generous Company match (150% of employee's 4% contribution)
- Company Share Purchase Program with 10% Company contribution match
- Career advancement opportunities

Stella-Jones is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, provincial, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Stella-Jones makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.