Why Redlen Technologies?
Redlen Technologies is a pioneering company that has revolutionized the semiconductor crystal growth and fabrication process.
At Redlen Technologies, innovation is at the heart of everything we do. Our founder's visionary work with the Canadian Space Agency laid the foundation for our groundbreaking Cadmium Zinc Telluride (CZT) sensors, revolutionizing medical imaging, security imaging, and non-destructive testing. We are driving a quantum leap forward in medical CT scanners, elevating diagnostic accuracy while reducing radiation dose– a technological feat that has earned us global recognition. With a commitment to excellence, we have earned the trust of Fortune 500 industry customers, leading to our acquisition by Canon Inc. for $430M– a testament to our industry leadership.
With over 200 dedicated professionals, we take pride in fostering a work environment where Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) professionals thrive. As an equal opportunity employer we demonstrate that diversity drives innovation, and we are passionate about building a future where every employee contributes to our mission-driven success. Redlen's teams, mirroring the multifaceted diversity of Canadian society, exemplify our commitment to leveraging a wide range of ideas and backgrounds as a driving force for innovation, business excellence, and pioneering advancements in STEM.
The Senior Production Scheduler & Planner is responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing production schedules to meet customer demand, inventory targets, and operational constraints. This role works closely with Production, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance to ensure efficient material flow, realistic capacity planning, and on time delivery in a fast paced manufacturing environment. This position requires strong analytical skills, hands on experience with ERP/MRP systems, and the ability to balance competing priorities while driving continuous improvement in planning accuracy and schedule adherence. The role may support and oversee Schedulers and Material Coordinators.
Key Responsibilities:
Production Planning & Scheduling
- Develop and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on demand forecasts, sales orders, capacity, and material availability.
- Sequence work orders to optimize throughput, minimize changeovers, and reduce bottlenecks
- Adjust schedules in response to unplanned events (equipment downtime, material shortages, quality issues, labour constraints)
- Release and manage work orders in the ERP/MRP system
Demand, Capacity & Materials Planning
- Translate forecasts and customer demand into feasible production plans
- Perform capacity planning at the work center and resource level
- Collaborate with Supply Chain to ensure material availability aligned with production plans
- Monitor WIP, finished goods, and inventory targets
Cross Functional Coordination
- Act as the primary planning interface between Production, Supply Chain, Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality
- Participate in daily/weekly production meetings, S&OP, and constraint reviews
- Communicate schedule changes, risks, and priorities clearly to stakeholders
Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement
- Track and report on planning and scheduling KPIs, including:
- Schedule adherence
- On time delivery (OTD)
- Plan vs. actual performance
- Throughput and cycle time
- Identify opportunities to improve planning accuracy, lead times, and system data quality
- Support or lead continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, CI, TPM, Theory of Constraints)
Education and Experience
- Post secondary degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or related field.
- 5+ years of progressive experience in production planning and scheduling in a manufacturing environment.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Strong working knowledge of enterprise level ERP/MRP systems (we use Syspro)
- Advanced skills in Excel / data analysis (pivot tables, formulas; Power BI an asset)
- Solid understanding of:
- Manufacturing workflows
- Capacity planning and routings
- Bills of material (BOMs)
- Lead times and inventory control
- Proven ability to manage complex schedules in high mix, regulated, or capacity constrained environments
Preferred
- Experience in semiconductor, electronics or similar regulated manufacturing (wafer fab, lithography, diffusion, etch, CMP, assembly/test).
- Lean Manufacturing, APICS/ASCM (CPIM), or similar certification
- Experience supporting NPI / ramp up activities
Skills and Capabilities
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- High attention to detail and data accuracy
- Ability to prioritize and make decisions under pressure
- Clear, confident communicator with frontline and leadership teams
- Collaborative, solution oriented mindset
Working Conditions
- This is a 100% onsite role at our manufacturing facility
- May be required to stand and walk in production areas from time to time
Salary Range: $70,000 - $85,000
At Redlen, we prioritize clarity in our hiring process. The salary range posted above reflects the minimum and maximum for new hire salaries, taking into account factors such as job-related skills and expertise, relevant training and education, and business needs. It is common for ranges to span multiple levels in order to attract top talent across experience levels. It is uncommon to be hired at the top of the range; however, in exceptional cases where a candidate's skills and expertise significantly exceed the role's requirements, we may consider offering a higher salary. If you believe your skill set falls outside this range and you’re interested in exploring opportunities with Redlen, please reach out to our People & Culture Team (T.A. Specialists or Business Partners), specifying how your expertise aligns with our teams, so we can collaborate on potential opportunities. We believe in developing those that demonstrate quality performance and promise.
Total Rewards and Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- RRSP retirement plan with employer match component.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Generous paid time off and holidays.
- Vibrant and inclusive workplace culture.
