Production Coordinator - 8 Month Contract (With possibility of extension)

Production Coordinator
Effective Date: 01-01-2024
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Department: Operations - NS All Sites
Reports To: Plant Manager (or designate)

Overview
The Production Coordinator is responsible for planning and coordinating feed production and logistics to ensure timely delivery to aquaculture farms. This role acts as the primary liaison between internal teams, external customers, and transportation providers. Key responsibilities include production scheduling, documentation, inventory management, and maintaining strong communication channels to support continuous plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the main contact with Cooke's Regional Production Managers and Warehouse Managers to understand feed and warehousing requirements.
• Communicate with internal and external customers to manage immediate needs and long-term forecasts.
• Build and maintain the plant's production extruder list based on feed forecasts.
• Create shop orders and shipping documents, ensuring a minimum of 72 hours of production plans are in place.
• Prepare U.S. shipping and export documentation for cross-border shipments.
• Coordinate outbound logistics schedules and communicate weekly plans to carriers; update schedules as needed.
• Maintain continuous communication between truck carriers and plant production to ensure smooth flow and adequate warehouse space.
• Follow up on orders to confirm shipment, receipt, and billing accuracy.
• Conduct monthly finished feed inventory counts and collaborate with the Controller on adjustments.
• Order packaging supplies (empty totes, 25 KG bags, labels, pallets) to maintain production flow.
• Ensure timely feed delivery to farms-preventing any feed shortages.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in logistics, supply chain, or a related field, or equivalent experience, is considered an asset.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in production coordination or logistics.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Knowledge of feed manufacturing or related industry preferred.

Attributes

• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Good interpersonal skills for effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Safety

• Adhere to company safety policies and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure compliance with PPE, hazard reporting, and emergency protocols.
• Report any incidents, injuries, or property damage promptly.

Working Conditions
Office and plant environment with exposure to noise and production equipment. Use of PPE and adherence to hygiene and safety protocols is mandatory.

National Occupational Classification (NOC)
NOC Code: 13201- Production and transportation logistics coordinators.

Other
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work for this position. Duties may vary as required. Training will be provided on the job.

Application Process:
Please forward your resume, in confidence, to:
Northeast Nutrition Inc.
Attn: Human Resources
Email: [email protected]
Fax: (506) 755-1340
We appreciate all resumes; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.