Analyst, Production Planning & Control

Orion Steel Group•Regina, SK

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At Interpro Pipe & Steel Inc., our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees. Reporting to the Sr. Production Planning Manager, the Planning Analyst develops production plans while working with the operations team to ensure goals are achieved. This position will have intimate knowledge of the production lines and create visual aids to communicate schedules and timelines. The Planner will align production planning with demand throughout the life cycle of manufacturing and work closely with operations and logistics groups to align project details. Lastly, the individual will be working with our sales group daily to discuss changes in customer requirements and how that will affect future production and current customer orders. Interpro Pipe and Steel is committed to maintaining and promoting a safe, healthy and injury-free environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, operations management, business, mathematics or finance or five years of related experience
The ideal candidate will be a process oriented and capable of supporting accuracy and functionality in a demanding environment
Ability to motivate employees and effectively conduct tasks through others; ability to foster a cooperative work environment in a matrix organization
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products and ability to learn various in-house computer programs
Ability to effectively plan, develop and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community; effective conflict resolution and/or mediation skills
Detail oriented
Computer proficient with experience in spreadsheets, word processing (Microsoft Office)
Excellent time management and the understanding hours will vary weekly based on demands of the role and planning cycles

Nice To Haves

PMP designation or experience in producing customer facing reporting and graphics an asset
Knowledge of tubular or coating industry standards including API & CSA and basic steelmaking as an asset

Responsibilities

Create and communicate production schedules, defining what is possible from the operation lines: Interpro Spiral Interpro Reg 24” IWPPC Coating Schedule, monitor, and produce production reports in various forms for customers (external & internal) through all phases - from raw material consumption to final delivery
Attend operational meetings to understand production performance and incorporate findings into plans and adjustments to current forecasts
Lead the planning group’s consolidation of inputs from operations, technical/QA, and planning constraints within the workflow process for project bids to ensure deadlines are met
Assist the Sr. Planning Manager in flowing through production schedule changes to all reporting based on revised customer requirements, production limitations and RM availability
Report variances and define potential options to overcome challenges as they arise
Order raw material and closely coordinate customer plans with supply planning team
Aid in the development of monthly and ad-hoc plans
Perform other essential duties as assigned by supervisor or defined by company objectives