Lead Production Scheduler
Giesecke+Devrient
Markham Ontario
Salary: Neg Per Hour
Responsibilities:
Ensures that the master production schedule is created, maintained and distributed to optimize production to meet delivery schedules and forecasted customer demand
Create and maintain master scheduling KPIs and Dashboards to support production execution and continuous improvement
Provide strategic input to maintain capacity vs load forecast and priority dispatch of orders
Develop, maintain and enhance local production statistics and measurements and provide detailed reporting and analysis as required by Sales and Senior Management
Review and validate guidelines in scheduling software Tactic; have an intimate knowledge of the sequence of production, set-up times (fixed & variable), and delay-after times
Maintain a current database of client requirement/Service Level Agreements
Collaborate with multiple production supervisors to communicate optimized schedules and update Tactic based on production feedback
Add and maintain preventative maintenance windows, machine capacity changes, and labour constraints in Tactic
Continuously track schedule discrepancies or capacity issues on a daily basis and create relevant reporting in Tactic
Actively participates in daily manufacturing status meetings to provide schedule updates, issues or concerns
Engage with Sales & Client Services to establish schedules for incoming work (forecasted volumes) and ensure timely communication regarding schedule attainment
Proactive approach to solving fulfillment challenges (schedule discrepancies, analyzing capacity, load balancing)
Data mine and format information across multiple software applications
Understanding global/ Regional forecasts in a medium/high volume - high mix manufacturing environment
Train back-up Schedulers as requested
Other duties as required to support the changing business needs
Comply with G+D Environmental, Health & Safety policies and procedures and report any Environmental, Health & Safety hazards, incidents and concerns to the immediate supervisor/manager. Management will ensure employees are provided with job-specific Environmental, Health & Safety information and training and also ensure employees follow workplace Health & Safety policies and procedures
Qualifications, Experience and Educational Requirements
Work Experience:
Extensive experience creating detailed schedules and planning modules in a manufacturing environment
10+ years total industry manufacturing experience in a leadership role with significant work experience in Planning, Scheduling, Supply Chain, Logistics / Warehouse or another similar role
Skills and Competencies:
Ability to build and support strong internal relationships with crossfunctional departments
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong PC skills are required (MS Office, SAP) and a willingness to become an expert with Tactic Scheduling through curiosity & practice
ERP system experience (SAP preferred), particularly with warehouse and distribution systems
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Proven skill set in Excel is a must
Exceptional analytical, attention to detail and organizational skills
Capacity to think in careful and discerning ways to solve problems, analyze data and to recall and apply information
Must be able to work as a team player and maintain a positive attitude
Working knowledge of Tactic or BOWE production tracking system is an asset
Able to perform in a fast-paced, changing environment
Proven analytical mindset coupled with a strong business focus directed toward a commitment to optimization and efficiency
Aptitude for problem solving and troubleshooting with heightened attention to detail
A self-starter with outstanding organizational and management skills and ability to work independently while managing and prioritizing multiple tasks in a dynamic manufacturing environment
Demonstrates a commitment to the mission and motivation of a team and understands the dynamics of effective teamwork in order to attain higher levels of performance
Practices meaningful two way communication and persuasively presents thoughts and ideas, in both written and verbal form, gaining commitment and ensuring support
Demonstrates intellectual curiosity about the current environment and challenges the status quo with a bias towards action and continuous improvement
Demonstrates the willingness to accept responsibility and accountability
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Mgmt, Logistics, or Business related field
APICS certification - considered an asset
CPIM – Certified Planning and Inventory Management - considered an asset
SAP Certified Application Associate - Production Planning and Manufacturing - considered an asset
Working Conditions:
Safety shoes and smock required on the production floor
Job Overview
Posted Date: 27 Aug 2025
Location: Markham Ontario
Salary: Neg Per Hour
Company Information
Giesecke+Devrient
Name: Giesecke+Devrient
Web: https://www.gi-de.com/