* Production Planner *
Are you a detail-driven technical planner with a background in Engineering or the Sciences who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment?
Do you enjoy turning data, demand, and strategy into efficient production plans?
Oerlikon Metco (Canada) Inc. is looking for a Production Planner to join our Fort Saskatchewan team and play a critical role in delivering excellence across our operations.
As a Production Planner, you’ll be at the heart of our operations—connecting demand, production, and performance:
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Develop and manage production plans to meet quality, delivery, and cost targets
Translate customer and market demand into efficient production schedules
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Partner with operations, sales, and logistics teams to ensure alignment
Follow products through the production process, ensuring quality and yields are maintained and improved
Monitor production performance and proactively identify risks, gaps, and improvements
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Maintain accurate data in systems like SAP and LIMS
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Support continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, 5S, process optimization)
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Troubleshoot production challenges and drive corrective actions
Degree or diploma in Engineering, the Sciences, or a related field
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2+ years in a manufacturing or industrial environment
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Experience with SAP (MM/PP)
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
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Working knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and adapt in a dynamic environment
If you're excited about optimizing production and making a real impact - this role is for you!
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About Oerlikon
Oerlikon is a global leader in surface technologies and advanced materials. With a unique portfolio spanning surface engineering, high-performance materials, coating equipment and components, we make products better by enhancing performance, efficiency and sustainability. Oerlikon serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, energy, medical, luxury, semiconductors and tooling. Head-quartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland, Oerlikon operates in 38 countries with approximately 9,500 employees, achieving sales of CHF 1.6 billion in 2024.
We offer a wide variety of job profiles in a dynamic, supportive environment where people are empowered to grow and reach their full potential — guided by our core values of integrity, team spirit, excellence and innovation.
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