Production Planner

TC Transcontinental • Winnipeg, MB

24d • Onsite

About The Position

TC Transcontinental is seeking a detail-oriented Production Planner to join their Winnipeg team. This role is responsible for creating production plans and job instructions to ensure customer orders are completed accurately, efficiently, and on schedule. The Production Planner will collaborate with Estimating, Production, and Purchasing to coordinate materials, optimize workflows, and identify opportunities for productivity improvements and cost reductions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma (Grade 12) or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in the printing industry.
• Strong understanding of printing products, production processes, and manufacturing workflows.
• Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator is considered an asset.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with standard computer applications and office software.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator

Responsibilities

• Create detailed job tickets and production recipe sheets for manufacturing teams.
• Allocate raw materials required for production and communicate material shortages to Purchasing.
• Review production requirements to ensure materials, labor, and equipment are available.
• Develop efficient production plans that maximize equipment utilization and workflow.
• Group similar jobs together to improve production efficiency and reduce manufacturing costs.
• Understand production processes and equipment capabilities to determine the most effective production methods.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings while maintaining quality standards.
• Collaborate with Estimating, Production, Purchasing, and other departments to support on-time delivery.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives
• Retirement savings plans with company match
• Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee perks such as discounts on insurance, wireless plans, travel, and more
• Career development opportunities
• A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED