Materials Planner

Plainsman Mfg. Inc. is seeking a highly skilled and motivated full-time Materials Planner to join our dynamic Production Teams in Edmonton, Alberta.

Important: Please no phone calls or drop-ins. Only local candidates will be considered.

  Job Description:

• Day Hours: Shift (8hr) - Monday-Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm.
• Location: 8308 McIntyre Road, Edmonton, AB.

About Us:

Plainsman Mfg. Inc. is a locally-owned manufacturing and distribution company that has been operating in Edmonton since 1966. With a strong focus on delivering high-quality products for oilfield production, pipeline maintenance, construction, and gas and water distribution, we have established ourselves as a trusted leader in the industry. Our in-house engineering department and full-service manufacturing facility enable us to meet and exceed customer and industry expectations.

Responsibilities: As a Materials Planner your primary responsibilities will include:

• Conducting follow ups on ordered material to confirm receipt of order and required dates for delivery
• Assist with material receiving as needed
• Order materials as assigned, release material as assigned
• Schedule and plan saw cutting and double checks of materials issued on completion
• Update work order routing information
• Monitoring production schedules to ensure cut material queued and ready for the next job
• Complete inventory counts and help manage raw material inventory
• Applying lean principles to the manufacturing process to enhance quality and minimize waste.
• Adhering to the Quality Management program and promoting a culture of quality throughout the organization.
• Complying with our Safety program to ensure a safe working environment for all employees.
• You may be required to perform miscellaneous tasks as requested by your supervisor or manager to support team objectives and maintain operational efficiency.

Skills and Experience Requirements: To succeed in this role, you should possess the following qualifications:

• Relevant experience in a manufacturing environment. The role has both adminstrative and hands on
• Able to operate a forklift
• Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in recordkeeping and management to maintain accurate and organized documentation.
• Some purchasing experience would be an asset
• Some mechanical aptitude
• Ability to read and understand drawings, material test reports
• Knowledge of quality control principles, with an emphasis on quality at the source.
• Intermediate proficiency in ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) functions to manage inventory, work orders and facilitate efficient processes.

Application Instructions:

To apply, please submit your resume in PDF format or apply through the online portal. Please specify the shift that you are interested in (day, night, no preference).

At Plainsman Mfg. Inc., we value diversity and equal opportunity. We appreciate all applicants for their interest in the position; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About Plainsman Mfg. Inc.:

Plainsman Mfg. Inc. is a locally owned manufacturing and distribution company operating out of Edmonton, Alberta since 1966. We manufacture and distribute products for oilfield production, pipeline maintenance, construction and gas and water distribution. We have an in-house engineering department and a full service manufacturing facility that enables us to respond efficiently to customer and industry needs. Plainsman is currently operating out of a 44000 sq. ft. facility on the south side of Edmonton. We are dedicated to providing our customers with the best possible service, and maintain a large inventory at our Edmonton location. Continued registration of our ISO 9001 quality assurance system since 1994 also reflects our commitment to quality and service. At Plainsman, we are constantly seeking out new and better products and services to meet our customer’s requirements and the ever-changing demands of the industry. Over the past 50 years Plainsman has built a solid distribution base which includes oilfield supply stores, OEM’s, PC pump suppliers, chemical pump and instrumentation companies and utility companies principally in Western Canada. We are large enough to effectively look after our customer’s needs and we’re dedicated to providing the kind of personal service and attention our customers deserve. We pride ourselves on creating a positive company culture that promotes internal career growth opportunities as well as an interesting and enjoyable place to work. What sets us apart from our competition is employee job satisfaction which leads to excellent customer service achieved through the cooperation of all departments.