Production Planner
Confidential
Posted: March 24, 2026
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Quick Summary
We are seeking a Production Planner to join our Cobourg team, responsible for developing and managing production schedules, ensuring alignment between customer demand, inventory levels, and manufacturing capacity.
Required Skills
Job Description
About Soluroc
Soluroc is a leading manufacturer of high-performance wear-resistant materials and solutions, supporting industrial operations across North America. Our Cobourg facility plays a key role in delivering quality products efficiently and safely to our customers.
Position Summary
We are seeking a Production Planner to join our Cobourg team. Reporting to the General Manager, this role is responsible for developing and managing production schedules, ensuring alignment between customer demand, inventory levels, and manufacturing capacity.
This position is critical to maintaining efficient operations, minimizing downtime, and ensuring on-time delivery. The ideal candidate is highly organized, analytical, and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Production Planning & Scheduling
Develop and manage daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules
Align plans with capacity, labor availability, and equipment constraints
Optimize production sequencing to improve efficiency and reduce changeovers
Inventory & Materials Coordination
Coordinate with Purchasing to ensure timely availability of materials
Maintain appropriate safety stock levels
Support inventory accuracy through cycle counts and reconciliation
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with Production, Maintenance, and Quality teams
Communicate priorities and schedule changes to shop floor teams
Provide visibility to the General Manager on risks and constraints
Collaborate with Sales/Customer Service on delivery timelines
Performance Monitoring & Reporting
Track production performance vs plan (output, downtime, delays)
Analyze variances and identify root causes
Maintain accurate data in ERP systems and prepare reports
Continuous Improvement
Identify opportunities to improve planning accuracy and production flow
Support initiatives to reduce lead times and bottlenecks
Participate in cross-functional improvement projects
Qualifications & Experience
Diploma or degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3–5 years of experience in production planning or scheduling (manufacturing environment preferred)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience with AutoCAD is required
Experience with ERP/MRP systems and strong Excel skills
Excellent communication and coordination skills
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of inventory management and production processes is an asset
What We Offer
Competitive salary and benefits
Opportunity to work closely with site leadership
Exposure to cross-functional operations and continuous improvement initiatives
A collaborative and safety-focused work environment
Why Join Soluroc?
At Soluroc, you’ll be part of a growing organization where your contributions directly impact operations. We value initiative, collaboration, and continuous improvement—and we’re committed to building a strong, engaged team.
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If you’re a detail-oriented planner looking to make an impact in a dynamic manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you.