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L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Production Planning Co-op

Reference #27423

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 12 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 SchedulingMaintain Work Order (WO) date integrity, adjusting in the system based on MRP suggestions and shortage situationsAnalyze Material Availability reports and take action to ensure WOs start on timeOpen, release and close manufacturing Work Orders while ensuring data accuracyReview and execute planning responsibilities for Kanban processesInventory & Material CoordinationCollaborate with the Inventory Control Group (stockroom) on material requirements kitting, POU replenishment and material movementCommunicate with Purchasing to provide visibility on component shortages for upcoming WOsMonitor Point-of-Use inventory accuracy, proactively investigating and resolving discrepanciesSupport and complete monthly cycle counts and annual WIP countsCross-Functional Communication & ReportingCoordinate and negotiate schedule recovery dates with Production Supervisors to maintain on-time Work Order completionProvide critical updates to the Master Scheduler on delays impacting customer order completionGenerate weekly reports on WO completion rates for assigned work centersMonitor workflow between production cells and other departments, ensuring seamless operationsContribute scheduling insights to daily Operations Status meetingsContinuous Improvement & Process OptimizationSupport Continuous Improvement (CI) and Kaizen initiatives to enhance operations efficiencyProvide weekly metrics related to on-time WO completions along with root causeAnalyze production data and Team Key Results (TKRs) to improve planning accuracyAssist the work center supervisor with capacity planning for assigned work orders and feedback information to the Master Schedulers for consistent improvement in factory scheduling

Required Qualifications & Skills

Technical SkillsData analysis skills with experience in Microsoft Excel and PowerBISoft SkillsIntense ownership – takes full responsibility for planning outcomes and drives solutions proactivelyMeticulous attention to detail – ensures accuracy in schedules, inventory and work ordersStrong accountability – follows through on commitments, owns results and holds others accountableProblem solving and analytical skills – quickly identifies issues and implements effective solutionsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills – collaborates effectively across teams and leadership levelsHighly organized with efficient time management – prioritizes tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment Resilient, action-oriented and results-driven – thrives under pressure and adapts to changing prioritiesTeam player – builds strong relationships and fosters a culture of continuous improvement

Desired Education and Experiences

·Enrolled in a College/University level Business Program with a focus on Operations Management

·Knowledge of SQL is an asset

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe that diversity among our employees makes us a stronger organization.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion within our L3Harris WESCAM family, and our community by welcoming and encouraging applications from anyone interested without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, Aboriginal status or any other legally-protected groups. For people with disabilities, we work with you throughout the recruitment process to ensure you have what you need in order to be at your best. If you require any accommodation for any part of the recruitment/interview process, or as you begin your career with us just let us know and we will take care of you. 

This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary.

At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.

L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.