Production Planner

The production planner is a key player in the coordination of manufacturing processes. He ensures that manufacturing times are optimized, raw material needs are anticipated, and production is smooth. By collaborating with several departments, he plays a critical role in aligning production objectives with sales forecasts and quality requirements.

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Primary Responsibilities

The planner develops production plans taking into account orders, stock levels, and equipment capacities. He monitors the progress of operations and adjusts schedules according to unforeseen events. His job involves constant communication with production, purchasing and logistics teams to ensure efficient management of resources and minimize interruptions.

He also participates in process improvement by identifying areas for optimization, whether to reduce costs, improve productivity or ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.

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Essential Skills and Abilities

The position requires analytical skills to anticipate production challenges and find appropriate solutions. Organization is essential to manage several tasks simultaneously and meet strict deadlines.

Good interpersonal skills are essential to ensure effective coordination with the various departments. Mastery of production management software and planning tools is an essential asset for optimizing industrial performance.

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Training and certifications required

A degree in production management, logistics, or operations management is usually required. Experience in a manufacturing environment is an advantage in better understanding the constraints of the sector.

Certifications such as the Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) from APICS are highly recommended to deepen one’s skills and access positions of higher responsibility.

Career development and prospects

With experience, a production planner can progress to supervisory positions, such as supply chain manager or production manager. Some choose to specialize in ERP systems management, quality control, or continuous improvement.

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Salary and working conditions

The salary varies according to industry and experience, ranging from $55,000 to $75,000 per year in Quebec. The position is mainly carried out in the office, with regular visits to the workshop to monitor operations. It may require time flexibility to handle emergencies and meet production deadlines.

The production planner plays a strategic role in the performance of a manufacturing company. Its expertise in planning and coordination allows it to optimize production flows and meet market requirements. This position offers interesting development prospects for those who wish to deepen their skills in industrial management and logistics.