Process Planner

Job Summary We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Process Planner to join our manufacturing team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for developing, analyzing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to ensure efficient production workflows. The main goal of the Process Planner is to Develop the full process from drawings to final product. Your expertise will help streamline operations, improve product quality, and support supply chain effectiveness. The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, and passionate about continuous improvement within a fast-paced environment. Position Summary Responsible for developing and maintaining documentation from product development through to production; including working with all areas of operations and engineering to create bills of material (BOM), workmanship standards, job travelers, and build instructions. Responsibilities Compiles, maintains and updates bill of materials (BOM) from customer drawings/specifications and inputs into the data management/ERP system (E2); including creating and adjusting part descriptions, numbers, and unit of measure as needed Supports in the initial material buy with purchasing of programs. Identifies types and quantities of purchased components and raw material for the construction of cost estimates for quoting of NPI initiatives; including determining the required operations, inspections, estimated set-up, labour and per unit processing times Creates and maintains configuration control of documents. Prepares NPI and production documentation detailing each operation through the routings required for the manufacture of individual parts; including development of comprehensive operational narrative describing in detail the steps the operator must complete in each process Modifies existing process plans to reflect changes in manufacturing, method, machine, or material. Maintains and reviews customer drawings as new technical data or revisions are released; including determining if a process changes shall be initiated, and communicating these changes to appropriate team members Confers with departmental leads/supervisors to determine status of assigned projects Creates and edits technical documentation for SRED and post-production reports Supports project management and estimating as required. Additional duties as assigned Qualifications & Education/Experience College Diploma in a technical discipline, with a background in composites is an asset Vacuum Assisted Resin Transfer Molding (VARTM), and manufacturing (aerospace and military defense a definite asset) Experience and familiarity with engineering processes, process planning, and process improvement (LEAN, 5S, or 6 sigma an asset) Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings, including an understanding of geometric tolerances. Strong technical writing and math skills Competencies: Problem solver and strategic thinker with a strong work ethic and ability to work independently in a fast paced Excellent organizational, time management and project management skills Strong attention to detail, with excellent problem solving and decision making abilities. Strong analytical thinking, with ability to conceptualize with minimal supervision Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively with others to support the team and customer relationships Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow Hands-on with proven Leadership, Six Sigma and Continuous Improvement achievements. Reviews and incorporates engineering changes and revisions as required Must be organized and have strong time and priority management skills Working experience of Microsoft project, Excel macros, pivot tables Must be a self-starter with the ability to multi-task while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines Demonstrated ability to multi-task in a fast-paced team environment while meeting all scheduling/production requirements. Demonstrated strong wor…

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