Production Planning Co-Op (Waterdown, CAN)

Production Planning Co-op Reference #43257 Waterdown, Ontario

About L3HARRIS WESCAM As a subsidiary of L3Harris Technologies and within the Integrated Mission Systems Segment, the WESCAM division develops the most advanced optical sensor and targeting systems for global defense and military sectors, National Security, Search & Rescue and Airborne law enforcement agencies. From long-range covert surveillance missions to search and rescue operations, our MX[1]series systems, and the mission systems solutions they are a part of, produce stabilized high-magnification electro-optical and infrared images from airborne, marine and ground based platforms, enabling our customers to see first and act first.

About the Role

This is a 16 month role to start in September 2025. The Production Planning Co-op holds a key responsibility for maintaining Work Order (WO) Date Integrity, ensuring timely production by analyzing Material Availability reports, opening, releasing, and closing manufacturing Work Orders. They collaborate with Inventory Control and Purchasing to address material requirements and component shortages, negotiate recovery dates with Production Supervisors, and provide critical information to the Master Scheduler. This role demands strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to create and maintain reports for Key Performance Indicators in Production Planning and Scheduling. The Co-op actively supports Continuous Improvement initiatives and is proficient in data analysis within a team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

Work Order & Production Scheduling

Maintain Work Order (WO) date integrity, adjusting in the system based on MRP suggestions and shortage situations Analyze Material Availability reports and take action to ensure WOs start on time Open, release and close manufacturing Work Orders while ensuring data accuracy Review and execute planning responsibilities for Kanban processes

Inventory & Material