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Actalent

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Logistics
    Engineering
  • North Vancouver

AI generated summary

  • You should have planning knowledge, blueprint reading skills, Microsoft Office proficiency, strong organization and communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and effective time management.
  • You will manage material data for production, schedule work packages, track progress, ensure material availability, coordinate changes, and maintain the production bill of material.

Requirements

  • Knowledge of principles and practices of planning, scheduling, and resource management
  • Technical skills with ability to read blueprint
  • Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office (Project, Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Organizational skills and ability to maintain organized under pressure and in changing environment
  • Attention to details while keeping big-picture goals in mind
  • Problem-solving and critical thinking skills to gather and interpret relevant information
  • Time management skills and ability to work on several issues simultaneously
  • Ability to work well independently or in a team environment and communicate across functions
  • Communication and interpersonal skills to explain rules and procedures clearly

Responsibilities

  • Builds material master data and structures for production work packages that include production material information, material lists, and structures to release production shop orders as required by schedule.
  • Reviews and collects all information required by production to commence work prior to production start.
  • Initiates change planning requests and coordinates changes with engineering, planning, production control, and trades.
  • Schedules material work packages within defined windows (milestone, key event, and zone schedules). Ensures material planning, production, and program deliverables are aligned.
  • Monitors Work In Progress and on-time material availability to ensure they remain within the company limits. Prepares reports on progress for management using internal system.
  • Works with production and area management to sequence and prioritize manufacturing, assembly, and installation activities.
  • Tracks physical and transactional production progress.
  • Inputs material work package data by schedules and budgets into MRP system.
  • Creates and maintains the Production Bill of Material (PBOM). Reviews and maintains data in ERP system with actual progress achieved.
  • Performs additional duties as assigned.

FAQs

What type of employment contract is offered for the Production Planner position?

This is a contract position with a duration of 12 months.

Where is the Production Planner position located?

This is a fully on-site position in North Vancouver, BC.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Production Planner?

The Production Planner is responsible for coordinating production sequences, monitoring material availability, tracking production progress, and building material master data for production work packages.

What hard skills are required for the Production Planner role?

Required hard skills include knowledge of planning, scheduling, resource management, technical skills to read blueprints, and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Project, Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).

What soft skills are important for someone in the Production Planner position?

Important soft skills include organizational skills, attention to detail, problem-solving and critical thinking, time management, ability to work independently or in a team, and strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Is there an opportunity for growth within this role?

Yes, Actalent is committed to ensuring growth opportunities for its employees as part of its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

Does Actalent have policies in place for diversity, equity, and inclusion?

Yes, Actalent has embedded diversity, equity, and inclusion principles into its culture through hiring diverse talent and maintaining an inclusive environment.

Is experience in MRP systems required for the Production Planner position?

Yes, experience in inputting material work package data into an MRP system is part of the responsibilities of the Production Planner.

Are there any additional duties assigned to the Production Planner?

Yes, the Production Planner may be assigned additional duties as needed beyond the primary responsibilities listed.

Can applicants request accommodations during the application process?

Yes, applicants can request reasonable accommodations due to a disability by emailing actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for options.

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Actalent

An Engineering and Sciences Services Company | People to Possible

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Actalent connects passion with purpose. Our scalable talent solutions and services capabilities drive value and results and provide the expertise to help our customers achieve more. Every day, our experts around the globe are making an impact. We’re supporting critical initiatives in engineering and sciences that advance how companies serve the world. Actalent’s global footprint and flexible delivery models ensure access to specialized talent where and when you need it. We promote consultant engagement through professional development and provide experiences to ensure continuous learning. Our people are the difference. Our expertise spans capabilities in engineering including product and manufacturing, systems and software, construction management, environmental, architecture and civil; and power and utilities. We focus on sciences capabilities in laboratory sciences, healthcare, and clinical research. Actalent is an operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions.