production planner

DRS Pivotal Power, Inc. is located in Bedford, Nova Scotia. DRS Pivotal Power is a leader in the design, development and manufacture of high reliability power conversion equipment for mission critical applications supporting all branches of the military in Canada, the US and many countries abroad. All products are designed and manufactured in house by our growing team of over 100 employees. DRS Pivotal Power is part of the Leonardo DRS Naval Electronics group and has currently over 30,000 fielded units boasting a field reliability of over 99%.Job SummaryReporting to the Director, Business Operations, the Planner is responsible for end-to-end planning, scheduling, and execution control for production build orders and repair and overhaul work orders. The role ensures jobs are properly scoped, kitted, sequenced, and resourced to achieve on-time delivery, cost, and quality targets in accordance with company procedures and applicable standards.As a Production Planner, your main responsibilities will include (but not limited to):Interface start to completion in planning and coordinating the flow from receipt of customer order (new build or RMA/overhaul returns) through ERP planning, production/repair execution, and final shipment or return to the customerResponsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining MRP planning to support on-time delivery for both production and repair/overhaul ordersPlan, release, and manage production and repair/overhaul work orders based on demand, priorities, scope, and customer need datesPlan and monitor work orders on the production and repair floor; coordinate priorities, constraints, and schedule adherence with operationsConsolidate material demand and create purchase requisitions to support production and repair/overhaul requirementsTrack material from requisition through receipt of goods; identify and communicate critical parts/issuesRe-plan and re-sequence activities due to schedule changes, material availability, capacity constraints, engineering/configuration updates, or customer priority changesMaintain the integrity and accuracy of planning data in the ERP systemCoordinate configuration and engineering changes with purchasing, production/repair teams, and quality to ensure correct revisions and materials are usedSupport timely turnaround of Non-Compliance Reports (NCRs), including planning impacts for rework/repair actions and schedule recovery where requiredOther duties and projects may be assignedWhat you require to be successful in the role:Diploma/degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain/Operations Management3-7+ years planning/scheduling experience in manufacturing and/or repair/overhaulActive pursuit or completion of APICS/ASCM CPIM certification is considered an assetERP/MRP system experienceStrong organization, planning, analytical, and problem-solving skillsExcellent time management skills and able to prioritize and meet work schedulesKnowledge of product structures, configuration control, contract terminology, and ISO proceduresEffective written/verbal communication and strong interpersonal skillsSelf-motivated, able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, high-mix environmentCollaborative team player with proven ability to build positive working relationshipsBenefits of working with DRSA motivating team-based environment where your achievements matterAn opportunity to work on industry leading edge technologyFlexible work hours and a compressed work week to promote a healthy work/life balanceIndustry leading wellness program including:Health, dental, and vision coverage available on first day of hire at no cost to the employee with access to virtual healthcareAccess to Employee and Family Assistance ProgramCompetitive compensation including:Reimbursement for professional development initiatives and memberships plus access to free online learning resourcesRegistered Retirement Savings Plan with matching company contributions with access to complimentary financial Location Various locations Bedford , , NS