As a Manufacturing Production Planner, you will be working in close communication with management and production team members daily to develop manufacturing processes along with material flow, cost analysis, and production coordination.

Location: 200 Avenue road, Cambridge, ON

Dedicated Day Shift: 8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday

Responsibilities may include:  

• Develop manufacturing processing procedures including detailed instructions, drawings, bill of materials, and inspection requirements for each project
• Coordinate and implement quality control objectives, activities and procedures to resolve production problems, maximize reliability and minimize costs   
• Manage projects for quality improvements and lean manufacturing   
• Design fixtures, tools, and material handling devices using SolidWorks to ensure product accuracy and manufacturing efficiency   
• Revise and update production documents, procedures and drawings implementing engineering change notices (ECN's)   
• Work with production team members and purchasing to improve product quality   
• Schedule, expedite, coordinate and monitor the progress of production projects including the delivery and movement of critical material            
• Analyze delays and shortages; communicate production material requirements to meet delivery dates    

Skills and Experience:  

• Graduate of Mechanical Technician / Technologist Program or equivalent   
• Comprehensive understanding of engineering drawings, schematics and specifications as well as geometric dimensions and tolerances   
• Detail oriented, precise, and efficient problem solving & time management skills   
• Experience designing jigs and fixtures   
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work with diverse groups of individuals and disciplines   
• Must be able to adapt to competing demands, frequent changes, delays or unexpected events
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and SolidWorks   
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 experience an asset   
• Working knowledge of ERP systems   
• A desire to learn and take initiative to always improve 

Qualifications:

• Graduate of Mechanical Technician / Technologist Program or Material / Operations Management or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent
• Project Management Courses considered an asset
• Experience in SolidWorks suite of products
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems

What We Can Offer You:

Family-Oriented Company: Lots of social events, BBQ’s, pizza parties and more! 

Competitive Wages and Profit Sharing: In addition to competitive wages, we celebrate our financial success together through profit sharing. 

RRSP Matching Program: Retirement planning? We’ve got your back! 

Skills Development and Training Reimbursement: An opportunity to self-identify industry-related learning opportunities available for pre-approval and repayment. 

Company-Paid Healthcare Benefits and EAP: Your well-being matters. Our healthcare benefits go beyond prescriptions and medications. Take advantage of massages, physiotherapy, vision coverage and more!  Plus, our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP) offers many exciting free programs. 

Active Social Committee: Take part in our annual family picnic, adult and children’s Christmas parties, theatre events, sporting events and tournaments, family outings, and discounted admission prices for attractions across Ontario!

Why work for Tigercat Industries group of companies?

We're more than just a company – we're a tight-knit family, who thrives on teamwork and is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation. We believe in fostering a safe, encouraging and collaborative environment where your contributions and talents are valued and supported.

Interested in joining the dynamic MacDonald Steel?

MacDonald Steel is a proud, privately owned Canadian company specializing in steel fabrication and machining located in Cambridge. Supplying custom parts and components to manufacturers in the forestry, off-road vehicle, energy transmission, environmental pulp and paper industry, and other industries. Our valued team members are the root of our success!
 
Training and experience are key, but at MacDonald Steel, we believe that it’s what you DO with what you have that counts. Our team are empowered to put their training, experience, and expertise into action.

Interested in learning more? Visit our FAQ page or explore what our employees have to say by watching their Tigercat story!  

MacDonald Steel Limited strives to create a respectful, accessible, and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities.  Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview, or selection processes, please contact Human Resources for assistance.