Production Controller

MDA•Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, QC

23d

About The Position

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The global MDA Space team of more than 3,800 space experts has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there. For more information, visit www.mda.space.

Requirements

In-depth knowledge of the Office suite
Good understanding of product nomenclature, planning concepts and an ERP system
Sense of urgency
Problem-solving and decision-making skills
Commitment and responsibility
Good analysis and communication techniques
Must be able to interact effectively. Customer orientation (internal and external)
Demonstrate excellent organizational skills and ability to adapt to changes.
Ability to process detailed documentation and data accurately
May be called upon to support different shifts
Bachelors in a related field of study and a combination of other relevant experiences/education could be considered.
4 years of relevant experience in a material or production planning environment
Essential knowledge of French and English, oral and written (Contact customers outside Quebec).

Responsibilities

Release production orders as per schedule.
Prioritize kits and update the status for production meetings.
Track & Expedite Readiness and shortages with program and operation teams (material, equipment and documentation) and rationalize timing of launch to production.
Internally expedite shortages to ensure the AI&T plan is respected.
Follow-up on activities in different work centers work and provide priorities.
Ensure transactions are organized and reflect activities.
Implement changes as per ECN, NCR, etc.
Follow-up of NCR, MRB on material and assemblies
Ensure completion of production order in ERP.
Suggest improvement opportunities for material flow.
Provide functional guidance to less experienced personnel.
Participate to continuous improvement initiative and the implementation of production control methods and systems.