Production Planning Supervisor at BWXT

At BWXT Precision Manufacturing Inc. (BWXT PMI), we are committed to excellence in every business initiative. With nearly 130 workers across locations in Oakville, Ontario, BWXT PMI is a leading supplier of nuclear-grade materials and precision-machined components for CANDU® nuclear power utilities around the globe.

BWXT Precision Manufacturing Inc. (BWXT PMI) is a leading supplier of nuclear-grade materials and precision-machined components for CANDU® nuclear power utilities around the globe. We are an industry leader in providing critical nuclear components such as Fuel Channel End Fittings, Liners, Feeders, and Shield Plugs. BWXT PMI has a range of opportunities in professional disciplines, including Machining, Metal Fabrication, Quality Control, Project Management and Engineering. For more information, please see our website here .

BWXT PMI is conveniently located between Toronto and Hamilton, nestled along Lake Ontario, the town of Oakville invites you to relax and enjoy a perfect blend of urban charm and natural beauty. With its lakeside views, vibrant arts scene, and abundant outdoor activities, Oakville offers something for everyone. Home to over 200,000 residents, this thriving community combines rich culture, exceptional dining, and welcoming neighborhoods, making it a great place to live, work, and explore: Parks, Recreation & Culture

Welcome to BWXT

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

Our Role: 

The Production Planning Supervisor leads the planning, material control, and warehouse functions to ensure that production schedules, material flow, and quality control operations support manufacturing demands and customer commitments. The role oversees scheduling processes currently executed through Excel-based tools and spreadsheets while driving the transition toward SAP-based planning. This position ensures schedule accuracy, inventory integrity, warehouse efficiency, and integration of inspection and quality checkpoints into the production plan. The supervisor collaborates with Operations, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain to maintain compliance with BWXT's nuclear quality and safety requirements. 

Your Day to Day:

• Lead, mentor, and develop the production planning and material control team; establish expectations, monitor performance, and support continuous skill development.
• Manage and Oversee the Master Production Schedule (MPS) and detailed work-center schedulescurrently maintained through Excel spreadsheets, ensuring accuracy, version control, and timely updates.
• Integrate quality control operations-including in-process inspections, hold points, and final inspection-directly into scheduling activities to prevent delays and maintain compliance.
• Coordinate quality inspection capacity with the Quality team to manage queues, plan inspection workloads, and support timely flow through all inspection stages.
• Manage inventory control processes such as cycle counting, traceability (lot/heat), and data accuracy in compliance with nuclear quality standards.
• Oversee warehouse operations to support efficient material flow, staging, storage, kitting, and delivery to production and inspection points.
• Maintain high data integrity across Excel schedules and ERP/MRP tools and prepare teams to migrate these processes to SAP
• Lead planning, inventory, warehouse, and data readiness for SAP launch, including data cleanup, system validation, process mapping, and user training.
• Monitor schedule performance, including inspection milestones, and intervene proactively to address bottlenecks, material shortages, or capacity constraints.
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Program. Management to resolve issues and maintain schedule adherence.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to planning discipline, Excel-to-SAP process transition, inventory accuracy, warehouse optimization, and quality workflow integration.
• Prepare and deliver reporting and metrics on schedule health, inventory performance, warehouse throughput, and quality inspection cycle times.
• Support audit activities and documentation aligned with CSA N299, ISO 9001, and all nuclear regulatory requirements.
• Support planners in driving completion of non-conformances through Engineering and Quality to meet the schedule.
• Lead team development and manage employee performance via setting goals and training.
• Support commercial team in building estimates for new RFQ.
• Oversee the monthly dashboard report out and maintain accurate KPIs.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in production planning or material control in a complex, high-precision, regulated environment; nuclear, defense, or aerospace experience is an asset.
• Supervisory or leadership experience in planning, inventory, warehouse, or quality-related workflows.
• Strong proficiency in Excel-based planning and scheduling tools; ability to manage complex spreadsheets with multiple data inputs.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems; prior involvement in SAP implementation or operation is asignificant asset.
• Understanding of quality control processes, inspection workflows, and controlled documentation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, routings, and material/quality requirements.

What We Offer:

Ensuring the well-being of our employees is our priority and we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits for our employees and their families.

• Competitive Salaries
• Retirement Savings: Grow your future with a company-matched RRSP.
• Health and Dental Coverage: Access competitive benefits plus a Health Care Spending Account.
• Life Insurance Enjoy peace of mind with company-sponsored life insurance.
• Educational Refund Program: Receive up to $5,250 USD annually through our Education Refund Program.
• Employee Referral Program: Help us grow our team and earn generous, two-tiered referral bonuses.
• and so much more!

BWXT confirms that the position represents a current vacancy within our organization.

At BWXT, we are committed to a fair, transparent, and inclusive hiring process. As part of our recruitment practices, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with screening and evaluating applicants. These tools support our efforts to make consistent and equitable hiring decisions.

The base salary range for this position in Ontario at the start of employment is expected to be between $88,000 and $129,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.

BWXT Precision Manufacturing Inc. embraces diversity of thought, values individuality, encourages new perspectives and provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability, or any other category protected by provincial law. BWXT Precision Manufacturing Inc. is committed to fostering an accessible, fair, and inclusive environment where all employees are able to access goods and services while being respected and supported. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact Human Resources.