Job Description

Cascadia Metals is built on strong founding principles and a long-standing commitment to doing things the right way. Our continued growth reflects the dedication of our owner and our ongoing investment in our infrastructure-and most importantly, our people.

Cascadia Metals is seeking a Production Planner at our Port Kells branch. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating and optimizing daily production, fulfillment, and shipping activities across multiple operational areas, including Cut-to-Length (CTL), Slitting, and Sheet Stock Fulfillment.

This role operates within a centralized planning team and works closely with other planners (CTL, Slitter, Logistics, and Pick & Pack) to ensure all orders flow efficiently from order entry through production to final delivery.

The position serves as a key connector between Sales, Production, Inventory, and Shipping.

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Scheduling

Review incoming picking lists and convert them into actionable work orders
Build and maintain daily and next-day production schedules for CTL and Slitter operations
Coordinate scheduling decisions with other planners to balance workload and avoid bottlenecks
Prioritize orders based on customer requirements, material availability, and operational efficiency
Ensure materials are staged and ready in collaboration with production teams

Work Order Management

Create detailed work orders with clear instructions, material requirements, and customer notes
Align priorities with fellow planners to maintain overall operational flow
Verify order specifications and confirm details with Sales when required
Track and update work order status through completion
Ensure all completed jobs are properly recorded and closed in the system

Inventory & Material Coordination

Validate material availability and proactively identify shortages
Work closely with Inventory Control and planners to manage shared resources
Review inventory processing reports and ensure accurate system updates
Support receiving and tagging of incoming materials when required

Fulfillment & Shipping Alignment

Align production output with shipping schedules in coordination with the Logistics Planner
Collaborate with Pick & Pack Planner to ensure proper order sequencing and readiness
Support load planning, consolidation, and delivery timelines
Assist in converting picking lists into packing lists and shipment planning

Cross-Functional Communication

Act as a communication hub between Sales, Production, Logistics, Warehouse, and other planners
Participate in daily planning and production meetings
Provide updates on order status, delays, and machine availability
Continuously collaborate with the planning team to adjust priorities and optimize workflow

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

Maintain production reports, planning logs, and daily performance tracking
Identify inefficiencies across planning functions and recommend improvements
Ensure accuracy in documentation and system updates

Qualifications

Experience in production planning, scheduling, or logistics coordination (manufacturing or industrial environment preferred)
Proven ability to work within a team-based planning environment
Strong understanding of workflow coordination across production and shipping
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Effective communication and problem-solving abilities
Experience with ERP systems (Steel Plus or similar is an asset)
Proficiency in Excel or reporting tools is an advantage.

Key Competencies

Team-based planning and collaboration
Operational awareness (end-to-end order flow)
Decision-making under pressure
Time and priority management
Process-driven with a continuous improvement mindset.

Joining Cascadia Metals means being part of a thriving and expanding organization that values its employees. Here is why you should consider working for us:

Work-Life Balance: We respect personal time and promote a healthy balance between work and life.
Comprehensive Benefits: Company-paid Extended Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance coverage.
RRSP Matching: 4% RRSP matching program is available after 3 months of employment.

We are committed to providing a respectful, inclusive, and safe workplace. Cascadia Metals thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Cascadia Metals

Open Positions

Production Planner- Port Kells, BC