Production Planning Coordinator

The Production Planning Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring the accurate and timely execution of material take-offs based on Fero’s project designs and specifications. This position is also responsible for developing and maintaining detailed project schedules to support project and production execution. This multifaceted role requires a strong understanding of construction drawings and materials, coupled with a meticulous attention to detail. Proficiency in Excel, Bluebeam, Fieldwire, and MS Project is essential, particularly in the context of material management. The ideal candidate is highly organized, capable of managing multiple tasks across various project phases, and committed to ensuring a smooth transition from design through to production.

• Track project progress at various stages and communicate with internal stakeholders.
• Create and maintain accurate and up-to-date bill of materials (BOM) for all projects required for production while focusing on lead times, and material specifications.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and purchasing teams to gather information on products and ensure the change management process is executed.
• Verify the accuracy of BOM data by including part numbers, quantities and descriptions.
• Coordinate periodic photographs for relevant records.
• Identify opportunities and obtain feedback from other teams to improve the process, efficiency and accuracy for BOM management and implementation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies or issues related to the BOM.
• Regularly audit and update BOMs to reflect changes in product design or manufacturing processes.
• Creating new items codes when introducing new products and materials
• Review construction drawings to locate and identify material specifications and quantities.
• Adhere to all health and safety rules and procedures.
• Ensure the BOM reflects the most current design and engineering specifications.
• Track and manage change notices and change orders in the database.
• Open/close RFIs and the recording and maintenance of all BOM-related logs.
• Act as an liaison across all departments to facilitate effective communication regarding BOM related matters.
• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the Fero Code of Business Conduct.
• Collaborate with Sales and Project Management to create detailed MS Project schedules for proposals and awarded projects.
• Assist in project planning, working closely with production managers and Sr Production Manager in the preparation of plant flow and logistics plans.

• Strategic Orientation: Business acumen and ability to understand the drivers, financials, variables and underlying business models our organization utilizes to generate a profit and drive toward being a sustainable organization. Able to anticipate emerging issues or outcomes based on experience and critical thinking.
• Comfortable with MS Office applications (including SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word).
• Post-Secondary education in related field.
• Familiarity with Fieldwire and BlueBeam is preferred.
• Engineering / construction-related diploma or degree.
• Relationship Management: ability to build relationships at all levels, and across teams as a trusted advisor, with strong self-awareness.
• General understanding of vendor material confirmation documents, packing slips, and invoices.
• Ability to manage a fluctuating workload and set priorities to meet deadlines and maintain a positive and collaborative relationship with the production team.
• Adaptive Thinking: applies critical thinking coupled with sound analysis and judgement to evaluate ideas, strategies and outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Minimum 2+ years project planning/coordination experience in a construction or manufacturing environment with preference to modular.
• Strong technical aptitude, ability to read construction drawings, technical specifications and perform material take-offs.
• Self-motivated, proactive individual who can excel independently and manage own projects and deadlines.
• Risk Orientation - Assessment and Mitigation Skills: demonstrates sound judgement in making decisions involving complex information and dynamic situations which complements business performance. Is curious and innovative.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.

Fero provides career opportunities with continuous learning and growth in parallel with competitive compensation, benefits and value offerings that support the wellbeing of our team members.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the AODA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the AODA during any step of the application process, please advise your recruiter contact.