Workshop Planner

Primarily based in a workshop or manufacturing setting, balancing office-based tasks (planning, scheduling) with on-site coordination with production teams.

Role specific responsibilities

Production Planning & Scheduling:

• Collaborate with Business Planning to align project requirements with the live production schedule in Primavera P6.
• Develop, update, and maintain workshop production schedules per CRCE-established processes to meet customer requirements, production capacity, and material availability.
• Monitor and adjust production schedules in collaboration with Business Planning to meet deadlines and optimize workflow.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Procurement, Logistics, and Sales to ensure the availability of all required materials and resources.
• Ensure the efficient use of labour, equipment, and resources in accordance with production schedules.
• Communicate potential delays or production issues to relevant teams and propose solutions.
• Maintain planning workflows within the plant to expedite production and ensure smooth product flow through the workshop (from work order creation to quality checks and closure).
• Create and distribute work orders in SAP based on customer order priorities and resource availability.

Resource Allocation & Management:

• Optimize the allocation and use of labor, equipment, and resources on the shop floor.
• Ensure the workshop is appropriately staffed to meet production demands and analyze workloads to avoid bottlenecks.
• Provide reports to ensure the Workshop Manager has sufficient resources to meet production deadlines and minimize downtime.
• Ensure all necessary parts are available for work orders and follow up on any back ordered items.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Review production schedules, moblists, and demand forms to create and manage work orders in SAP.
• Maintain accurate records of production schedules, inventory levels, work orders, and materials.
• Monitor and upload staff work hours (timesheets) onto SAP.
• Archive and manage workshop-related documentation, including work order creation, tracking, and closure.

Communication & Coordination:

• Serve as the primary point of contact between production staff, supervisors, and management regarding timelines and requirements.
• Liaise with Supply Chain for material ordering and delivery, ensuring clear communication between teams to align on production goals.
• Provide regular updates to colleagues regarding the progress of work and any changes to schedules or requirements.
• Support cross-functional teams in process improvements and resolving production issues.

Administrative Support:

• Manage administrative tasks related to the workshop, including handling timesheets, purchase orders, and inventory of consumables and supplies.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards in all administrative procedures.
• Assist in maintaining both digital and paper filing systems.

Continuous Improvement & Efficiency:

• Identify and implement opportunities to improve production scheduling efficiency and workshop operations.
• Collaborate with production teams to implement lean manufacturing practices or other process improvements.
• Work closely with quality control teams to ensure production standards are maintained.
• Actively support cost vs. target metrics to drive efficiency and productivity improvements.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 06/01/2025