PC Specialist, Planning

TG Minto Corporation is a proud division of Toyoda Gosei, a World-class automotive supplier with 67 group companies in 17 countries. With locations in Palmerston and Stratford Ontario, we are a Tier1 supplier of injection molded interior/exterior parts & assemblies to Toyota and Honda. Together we are committed to providing high quality products with a heavy focus on safety, respect and success for our Team Members.

General Job Description

This position reports to the PC Assistant Manager

This position is responsible for planning and controlling inventory for Stratford

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan & release orders and forecast to suppliers and ensure smooth supply of materials by managing inventory levels and coordination with suppliers to meet production schedules without overstocking
• Track supplier delivery performance
• Manage relationships with suppliers by confirming purchase orders and addressing any issues
• Support with build out / build up within TG to ensure smooth transitions and avoid overstocking both prior and ending programs
• ECI tracking & control working with supplier and providing runouts
• Perform supplier container and master label audits to ensure compliance with SQAM
• Daily backorder report checks and follow up with suppliers and receiving
• Cycle counts program support to ensure inventory accuracy, includes materials, WIP & FG
• Component FIFO verification with receiving
• Monitor inventory transactions in JDE and maintain JDE for new parts or changes
• Monitor monthly inventory turn reports
• Monitor daily inventory both negative and overstocked both FG & Materials
• Work with receiving/launch specialist on rack layout/space for new programs
• Print component kanban as per repack proposal and TPS sheet
• Problem Solving - Proactively identify and resolve potential disruptions with suppliers. Analyze data, identify risks and develop solutions.
• Collaboration – Work with internal teams to ensure efficient communication and process alignment
• Physical inventory support

• Will be required to support other areas of PC as needed
• TG Minto may amend the reporting structure and/or duties and responsibilities as business needs require
• Job must be performed within H&S guidelines

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education or 1-3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Ability to create and monitor spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to understand and control inventory control systems, specifically JD Edwards
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong mathematical and problem-solving skills
• Must have an excellent attendance record
• Must be able to prioritize work

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting wage starts at $27.00 /hr
• Paid overtime after 40/hours per week
• Company Performance Bonuses

We offer a very extensive benefit program:

• Company Paid time off: Up to 10 Days + 5 Float Days to start, 15 Days + 5 Float Days (1st full year)
• Benefits start from Day 1 – 90% Medical, 80% Dental, Variety of Paramedical Coverage ($500/service)
• Uniforms are Provided + Yearly Allowance + Yearly Safety Boot Allowance
• Employee Assistance Program provided through Manulife/Homewood
• Employee Appreciation Events and Celebrations throughout the year and $Cash Recognition Programs

Work Environment

TG Minto takes pride in providing a Clean, Organized and Climate Controlled environment throughout the plant.

TG is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities. Please let us know at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation.

Straight Shift Timing on Day Shift (8:00 AM-5:00 PM) but may be required to change shifts in order to accommodate production requirements.

Nature of vacancy: New Role