Lactalis Canada Looking for Production Planner at Brampton, Ontario, Canada Full Time

Job Title: Production Planner

Location: 16 Shaftsbury Ln, Brampton, ON L6T 4G7

About Us:

Welcome to Lactalis Canada – where we take pride in being recognized as one of Forbes’ 2022 top employers! Our journey revolves around enhancing the lives of Canadians through a rich variety of dairy delights, including some of Canadian’s favourite dairy brands such as like Black Diamond Cheese, Lactantia Milk, Astro Yogurt, Balderson Cheese, and Cheestrings. In fact, we’re proud to say our products grace the shelves of an incredible 94% of Canadian households!

With a 140-year legacy driven by innovation and unwavering quality, we’re seeking like-minded individuals to join us in shaping our next chapter.

About the opportunity:

The Production Planner manages all aspects of the production planning and scheduling of product for multiple production lines within the manufacturing facility. The Planner optimizes the days of supply, inventory investment, and productivity on the production lines to ensure that the right product is available for Lactalis customers.

The attributes we are looking for:

· Plan production of finished product to meet forecast and customer demand by creating production schedules for materials and resources using analysis of production capacities and packaging requirements. Analyze cost trade off in production planning to maximize plant efficiency while meeting customer expectations, sanitary requirements, preventative maintenance, and controlling inventories. Interact with Sales/Marketing and warehousing (distribution) to ensure delivery of product and to maintain product code dates as per company requirements.

· Plan production for raw materials and finished goods by identifying/maintaining required ingredient quantities, and advising Production department of quantities to produce, and monitoring volume to ensure required quantity is available.

· Assist with business development by providing timing for development of new products to external groups as required.

· Where applicable maintain supply of raw materials (i.e. milk) to meet product demand by determining quantities of milk based on forecast and placing orders with provincial dairy board in conjunction with Logistics & Planning Manager and Production Manager.

· Maintain inventory of packaging and ingredient material by coordinating inventory counts entering into the system (SAP) and directing purchases.

· Where applicable reconcile plant variances on an ongoing basis, complete period and year-end activities.

What you will bring:

· Post secondary education in Materials Management or related business field

· Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in production inventory or similar position preferably in a food-manufacturing environment

· Strong team building skills

· Ability to work with minimal supervision

· Strong interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills

· Planning and organizational skills

· Ability to understand the financial impact of sound inventory control procedures.

· Strong analytical ability of inventory, production and sales execution

· Proficient with standard office computer technology such as Lotus Notes and Microsoft Office products as well as logistics/distribution software, and SAP

What Lactalis will offer:

Lactalis Canada believes in rewarding its people with the following comprehensive benefits package and perks:

• A Competitive Base Salary
• A Performance-Based Bonus System
• 4 Weeks of Vacation
• Benefits starting day 1
• A Pension Program with an Employer Match at 100% of up to 6%
• Tuition reimbursement plan of up to $3,000/year
• A Volunteer Day to give back to your community
• Learning and Development opportunities
• A commitment to internal career advancement with potential for international mobility

Our ESG commitment:

Our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) roadmap drives our sustainability mission. We aim to positively impact communities and the planet by enabling stakeholders including our people, consumers, customers, suppliers, dairy farmers, government, and industry partners to have a positive impact on the wellbeing of our communities and the planet through all that we do.

At Lactalis Canada, we value our employees as catalysts for positive change. Together, we will create a sustainable future, promote belonging, and make a lasting impact on the world.

Our commitment to DEI:

Fuel Our Culture with Your Uniqueness! Lactalis thrives on the value each person brings. We’re dedicated to amplifying diverse voices, inviting personal and professional growth, and embracing everyone’s true selves. We’re committed to crafting an environment that genuinely welcomes all, reflecting the richness of our people and communities.

Our promise extends to accessible processes and spaces. If you require accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent), please inform our Talent Acquisition team – confidentiality will be maintained.

Note: Lactalis Canada does not conduct credit or background checks through LinkedIn. If required, we’ll contact you after signing a Job Offer.