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Production Planner
@ IMT CORPORATION
Ingersoll, Ontario
Overview
IMT Precision is hiring a full-time Production Planner to plan manufacturing requirements, keep ERP planning data accurate, and link the Master Production Schedule to shop-floor execution. The role monitors WIP, flags schedule risks and coordinates recovery when production falls behind. Salary is $65,200 to $92,600 and the posting notes extended hours may be needed.
Responsibilities:
- Develop realistic production schedules from material, capacity and WIP
- Investigate overdue production orders and planning exceptions
- Coordinate recovery actions when schedules are missed
- Maintain planning integrity and data accuracy in the ERP system
Requirements summary:
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in supply chain, operations or a related field
- Minimum 5 years in production, materials or scheduling planning
- ERP/MRP experience with production orders
- Cross-functional coordination with production, purchasing and quality
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-28
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-04
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | overtime |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Encouraged to apply | People with disabilities |
| Education | College diploma (required), Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, Manufacturing |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Tuition support, Performance bonus, Paid training |
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IMT CORPORATION
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 23 |
About The Role
Elevate your expertise with IMT Precision! We are recruiting for a Production Planner to join our team and contribute to the delivery of essential manufacturing solutions with Precision and Reliability. Join a culture that fosters collaboration, an environment for skill development and a rewarding career.
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact and contribute to the growth of our organization? Join IMT and let’s shape the future together!
Job Type: Full Time – Current Vacancy
Salary:$65,200 - $92,600
IMT Precision does not use artificial intelligence, automated screening systems, or algorithm-based decision tools in any part of the hiring process for this position. All applications are reviewed by human reviewers.
Position Summary
The Production Planner is responsible for planning and coordinating manufacturing requirements to ensure material is available, production capacity is considered, and production orders progress according to established priorities.
Working closely with Production, Inventory, Materials, and other departments, the Production Planner serves as a key link between the Master Production Schedule (MPS) and shop-floor execution. The role maintains planning integrity within the ERP system, monitors work-in-process (WIP), identifies schedule risks and constraints, and coordinates recovery actions when production deviates from plan.
The successful candidate will have strong manufacturing knowledge, analytical capability, ERP/MRP experience, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, highly regulated manufacturing environment.
About You
At our company, we are looking for individuals who can meet the following criteria:
- Develop realistic production schedules based on material, capacity, WIP, and shop-floor conditions
- Identify and communicate production risks and constraints
- Investigate planning exceptions and overdue production orders
- Assess the impact of material shortages and delayed WIP on production
- Identify discrepancies between ERP information and actual shop-floor conditions
- Coordinate production recovery actions when schedules are not achieved
- Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Education & Experience
- Post-Secondary Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, Manufacturing, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, materials planning.
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment with a strong understanding of production processes and material flow.
- Experience using ERP/MRP systems to manage production orders, material requirements, schedules, and planning data.
- Experience with production scheduling and coordinating manufacturing requirements based on material availability, capacity, WIP, and production priorities.
- Experience identifying and resolving material shortages, production delays, capacity constraints, and scheduling conflicts.
- Experience monitoring WIP and production orders through various stages of manufacturing.
- Experience analyzing planning data and identifying trends, exceptions, and potential impacts to production.
- Experience working cross-functionally with Production, Inventory, Materials, Purchasing, Quality, and other departments.
- Experience in a fast-paced, deadline-driven manufacturing environment is preferred.
Knowledge
- MRP and production planning principles.
- Manufacturing material flow.
- Machine and work-centre capacity.
- Production constraints and scheduling requirements.
- ERP systems and production order management.
- Material availability and production readiness.
- WIP management and production flow.
Skills
- Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
- High attention to detail and data accuracy.
- Ability to analyze production and planning data.
- Ability to identify schedule risks and planning exceptions.
- Effective communication using supporting data.
- Ability to collaborate across departments while maintaining accountability for planning requirements.
- Continuous improvement mindset.
Working Conditions
- Fast-paced, deadline-driven manufacturing environment.
- Regular interaction with production and manufacturing areas.
- May require extended hours to support production deadlines.
If you meet the above requirements and are ready to take on exciting challenges, we invite you to join our dynamic team!
Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Applicants must be a Canadian Citizen or hold a Permanent Residency. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. IMT welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
About IMT Precision
IMT Precision is one of Canda’s leading major manufacturers in the OEM and Defence industries. With over 100 years of experience, it has taught us that our employees are our most valuable assets. We offer many perks along with a stable career at IMT Precision. Our collective strength empowers us to provide our clients with the indispensable high-quality products essential to their success.
Learn more about careers at IMT on our website: imtcorporation.com
Benefits Of Working At IMT
- Extensive Health & Dental Coverage
- Defined contribution Pension Plan
- Annual Bonus Program
- Competitive Wages
- Job-Security (Long outstanding and growing company)
- On-the-job training
- Professional designation fee paid
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Referral Program
- Social Events/Activities
- Years of Service Program
Our Values
Find Solutions
We face challenges head-on and work relentlessly to solve them. If it were easy, everyone would do it. But we push through together.
Stronger Together
Every voice matters. There are no bad ideas here. We do better when we collaborate, share perspectives, and lift each other up.
Build the Future
We don’t sit back – we step forward. We take initiative and act with urgency to share the future we want to see.
Be Real
We speak the truth, even when it’s hard. We’re honest with each other and our customers, and we solve problems by first acknowledging them.
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