The Planner II in Design Build will be responsible for Assembly Planning on new construction projects at Vancouver the direction of the Supervisor Design Build the Assembly Planner participates in all phases of new construction design projects from a Production Planning/Production Engineering perspective to develop Production plans for the specific ship products. This involves creating detailed Assembly Plans and installation sequences to support production incorporating productivity efficiencies in the process.
Note: Due to business needs this position is required to be fully on-site at 50 Pemberton Avenue North Vancouver.
What youll do:
Plans and performs analysis in support of program build strategy development including: fabrication and assembly processes interim product definition and supports development of ship construction plans & schedules.
Plans and performs design for production (DFP) development standards development and training material development. Performs design for production studies and material/process analysis for new ship construction.
Plans and performs production process analysis to develop implement and refine new and existing production processes.
Works with production and area management to sequence and prioritize manufacturing assembly and installation activities.
Liaises with various stakeholders within production and participates in production team meetings providing feedback and information.
Implements change planning requests and coordinates changes with engineering and detail planning.
Performs additional duties as assigned.
What youll bring:
Bachelors Degree/Diploma or Technical certification in Trades (Steel) or Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
3-5 years of experience in planning ship design shipbuilding or related trade experience in steel in the manufacturing industry.
Understanding of Material Requirements Planning principles.
Knowledge of manufacturing engineering principles product structures and bills of material.
Technical skills with ability to read and interpret blueprints or drawings.
Knowledge of document control systems and databases.
Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Word Excel PowerPoint and planning systems (Primavera and MS Project preferred).
Working knowledge of CAD software suite and document control systems and databases (Cadmatic and AutoCAD preferred).
Ability to work well independently with limited direction and in a team environment.
Communication and interpersonal skills to explain rules and procedures clearly.
Time management skills and ability to work on several issues simultaneously.
Problem-solving and critical thinking skills to improve production processes.
Attention to details while keeping big-picture goals in mind.
Why youll love working here
Parking is included and to assist those that are using transit we operate a complimentary shuttle bus Monday through Friday with various pick up and drop off points around North Vancouver.
The estimated salary for this position is $84600 -$103400. In determining final salary Seaspan considers many factors including the successful Candidates skills and experience as well as position location and internal equity. The final base salary offer will be at the Companys sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.
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