BWXT Medical Ltd. provides its customers, who conduct life-saving medical procedures for patients around the world, the benefit of decades of experience in the development, manufacturing, packaging and delivery of medical isotopes and radiopharmaceuticals. Headquartered in Kanata, Ontario, BWXT Medical Ltd. employs over 300 highly-skilled people in Kanata and Vancouver, British Columbia. BWXT Medical Ltd. is part of the BWXT nuclear power segment (NPG) of BWX Technologies, Inc.

MASTER PLANNER SCHEDULER

We are currently recruiting for a Master Planner Scheduler for our facility in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Master Scheduler is responsible to ensure the medium - long-term forecast, demand and production plans are scheduled on-time and at the correct configuration, balancing inventory levels, customer SLA’s, and to support on the development and posting of the Sales and Operations Plan (S&OP).

JOB STRUCTURE AND COMMUNICATIONS

• Reports to the Director Director of Supply Chain and requires strong collaboration with procurement, warehouse, production, sales and marketing, quality control, program management and senior leadership.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Section Resources Management

• Collaborate with supply chain leadership in developing, overseeing, enhancing, and digitizing the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process to evaluate service levels, assess performance relative to schedules, formulate inventory strategies, and align the supply chain plan with demand and resource considerations.
• Develop the level loaded Master Production Schedule (MPS) and conduct feasibility studies as required.
• Manage the master schedule and raise forth any leveling concerns.
• Lead weekly schedule meetings and ensure that master plan requirements are reflected in the weekly schedule.
• Collaborate with production managers to create and/or re-align the production plans to meet production and sales forecast.
• Deliver cycle time, lead time and capacity availability to Production Managers weekly.
• Collaborates with operational requirements to prioritize and oversee any existing production backlog.
• Statistical analyses on supply and demand variability, to ensure planning parameters are aligned with BWXT Medical business objectives.
• Run MRP on a weekly basis, validating that the purchase and planned orders are aligned to the demand and coordinating with various teams to ensure compliance with that plan.
• Ensure constant communication with main stakeholders (finance, sales, manufacturing, supply chain, quality control) on schedule, changes, and impacts.
• Work with Production to define and manage the parameters of the production plan (labour and equipment) to fulfill customer requirements including the size of lots, work centers, inventory policy execution.
• Responsible for developing reporting tools for demand vs forecast.
• Build, analyze and report monthly/quarterly KPI’s for actual results against Master Production Schedule.
• Work with the management team to drive continuous improvement through our systems.

Administration

• Follow all company policies and health and safety procedures.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times when required.
• Report any personal workplace injuries to direct supervisor immediately.
• Report safety issues to direct supervisor as soon as possible.
• Maintains an acceptable level of performance by following established policies and procedures and participate in continuous improvement efforts by supporting and implementing new ideas.
• Sets a positive example by maintaining a respectful attitude, cooperating with co-workers, management, and internal and external customers.
• Be a productive team member and help meet established departmental and Company goals.
• Report to work for your regularly scheduled shifts on time and ready to work.
• Effectively give and receive feedback and willingly ask questions and seek direction when needed.
• Willingly accepts responsibility of sharing skills and knowledge with other employees.
• Perform all other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• Post-Secondary education in Supply Chain or equivalent experience and education.
• Knowledge of Oracle a strong asset.
• Demonstrate the ability to build an S&OP process from the ground up.
• Strong knowledge of planning software solutions.
• Advanced/Expert Microsoft Excel skills.
• Critical decision making.
• Strong analytical, presentation and reporting skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships and collaboration with multiple teams.
• Demonstrated skills in process management and improvement.
• Minimum of 10 years working in manufacturing environment in a planning/scheduling capacity.
• Experience working in nuclear and/or pharmaceutical environments is preferred.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Suite and MRP enterprise systems required (with strong emphasis on advanced excel skills).
• Demonstrated experience in improving manufacturing information systems.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, in the English language.
• Strong leadership abilities to plan and organize to meet production and operational objectives.
• Able to work with little supervision

The base salary range for this position in Ontario (CA-ON) at the start of employment is expected to be between $74,000 and $114,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.

Learn more about how BWXT employs nuclear technology to solve some of the world’s most important problems. BWXT’s capabilities video showcases our innovation in commercial nuclear power, addressing climate change, as well as our advanced nuclear medicine products treating patients around the world. We are People Strong. Innovation Driven.

BWXT Medical Ltd. embraces diversity of thought, values individuality, encourages new perspectives and provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, a conviction for which a pardon has been granted or a record suspended or any other category protected by federal law. BWXT Medical Ltd. is committed to fostering an accessible, fair, and inclusive environment where all employees are able to access goods while being respected and supported. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact Human Resources.