Job Description

About Us:

Fleet Canada Inc., part of the De Havilland family, is an equal opportunity employer in the aerospace manufacturing sector. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and work environments. Located in Fort Erie, Ontario, our dynamic 500,000 sq. ft. build-to-print facility specializes in manufacturing sheet-metal, machined, and composite parts and assemblies for several major aerospace OEMs.

We are currently launching an exciting new program and are seeking bright, talented individuals who are eager to lead and grow with our evolving organization. Our culture is grounded in mutual respect and driven by a passion for continuous improvement. Fleet Canada Inc. offers fulfilling careers in a variety of areas, including production, engineering, quality, methods planning, and management.

Join our reputable, family-oriented team, where careers are not only built--but nurtured. Enjoy the rewards of a stable, fast-paced, and growing company that values your success and offers ample opportunities for professional development.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated Sr. Business Analyst (Manufacturing Scheduling Analyst) to join our team. The ideal candidate will focus on understanding demand, capacity and optimize ERP system parameters to maximize data accuracy and scheduling performance. This role will also focus strongly on identifying capacity constraints to drive efficiency and productivity across manufacturing operations. An ideal candidate will possess a strong background in ERP systems, data analysis, and the ability to collaborate across multiple departments to achieve operational excellence.

As the Sr. Business Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing scheduling parameters within our ERP system, analyzing historical and current data, and recommending changes to optimize shop floor capabilities. You will develop processes to curate production demand from various sources (e.g. firm orders, expected orders) to drive long-range capacity planning. Your efforts will contribute to the overall operational success of the organization by proposing initiatives to improve throughput, resolve bottlenecks, and ensure realistic alignment of ERP settings with manufacturing resources for better capacity analysis

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct regular assessment of demand vs. capacity - working cross-functionally to drive short and long term business decisions Propose and implement projects or initiatives to improve scheduling performance and manufacturing workflow efficiency. Develop, maintain, and monitor the progress of scheduling-related projects in test phases and the live ERP environment. Perform in-depth analysis of historical data and current loaded demand to extract actionable insights. Ensure ERP system parameters accurately reflect manufacturing capabilities and make adjustments as needed. Identify capacity constraints, bottlenecks, and other issues, collaborating with relevant departments to implement solutions. Recommend changes to ERP setup or shop floor operations to improve efficiency and align with business goals. Propose new ways to group products or operations to improve throughput and visibility across the schedule.

Key Competencies:

Demonstrated experience in manufacturing scheduling, ERP configuration, and production planning. Proficiency in data analysis using Excel (required) and Power BI or SQL (preferred). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail. Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams.

Reporting Structure

Reporting to the Divisional Director, Corporate and Technical Operations Direct Reports - Daily Production Scheduler

Ideal Candidate:

Analytical Problem Solver:

You excel in analyzing data, identifying constraints, and recommending effective solutions to improve production workflows.

Detail-Oriented Innovator:

You prioritize accuracy and propose innovative scheduling enhancements to maximize shop floor efficiency.

Collaborative Communicator:

You build strong relationships with production, quality, and engineering to ensure alignment on scheduling goals.

Proactive Contributor:

You anticipate scheduling or capacity challenges and provide actionable insights to improve ERP system performance and overall operational success.

Qualifications/Experience:

Proven experience in ERP systems setup, capacity planning, and scheduling. Strong data analysis skills with the ability to extract and manipulate data efficiently. Familiarity with manufacturing processes, resource capacity modeling/planning, and lean manufacturing principals. Technical proficiency with Excel, Power BI, and SQL for data reporting and analytics. Excellent organizational and communication skills to manage multiple priorities and align cross-functional teams.
If you are driven, precise, and ready to contribute to a team that values quality and innovation, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Fleet Canada.Inc

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:

Fort Erie, ON L2A 5M4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Are you currently authorized to work in Canada without any restrictions, or are you on a work permit (please note that being on a work permit will require additional processing time which may delay the hiring process)? Have you worked in capacity planning, production scheduling, or shop floor optimization? (Yes/No; If yes, how many years?)
Education:

Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:

ERP systems: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person