Production Planner

Create value at TC Transcontinental.

At TC Transcontinental, we've got it made, and that's because of the expertise of our team.

We have been driving innovation since 1976.

Founded 50 years ago and 4,000 employees strong, Transcontinental Inc. (TSX: TCL.A TCL.B), known under the TC Transcontinental brand, is a Canadian retail marketing services company, Canada's largest printer, and the Canadian leader in French-language educational publishing. Driven by the vision of a more informed, educated and prosperous society, TC Transcontinental propels its clients' success across the retail, education, book and information industries. With agility, creativity and boldness, we design and deliver innovative, high-value products and services.

We are looking for a detail-oriented Production Planner to join our Winnipeg team. If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoy coordinating production activities to ensure efficiency and customer satisfaction, we'd love to hear from you.

Reporting to the Art Department Supervisor, the Production Planner is responsible for creating production plans and job instructions that ensure customer orders are completed accurately, efficiently, and on schedule. This role works closely with Estimating, Production, and Purchasing to coordinate materials, optimize workflows, and identify opportunities to improve productivity and reduce costs.

Responsibilities

When your actions lead to success:

• Create detailed job tickets and production recipe sheets for manufacturing teams.
• Review production requirements to ensure materials, labor, and equipment are available.
• Develop efficient production plans that maximize equipment utilization and workflow.
• Group similar jobs together to improve production efficiency and reduce manufacturing costs.
• Understand production processes and equipment capabilities to determine the most effective production methods.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings while maintaining quality standards.
• Collaborate with Estimating, Production, Purchasing, and other departments to support on-time delivery.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

When your expertise drives us:

• High school diploma (Grade 12) or equivalent.
• 1+years of experience, ideally in the printing industry.
• Strong understanding of printing products, production processes, and manufacturing workflows.
• Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator is considered an asset.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with standard computer applications and office software.
  
  

When Benefits Really Help You Live Better

We offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your well-being and help you thrive—at work and at home. Our offerings include:

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match
• Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee perks such as discounts on insurance, wireless plans, travel, and more
• Career development opportunities
• A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported
  
  

EEO

TC Transcontinental is committed to fair, transparent, and equitable hiring practices. We disclose that no artificial intelligence (AI) tools or automated decision-making systems are used in our recruitment or selection process.

TC Transcontinental is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the jurisdictions where we operate.

We are also committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and work environment—promoting dignity, independence, integration, and equal opportunity for all, including persons with disabilities. Accommodations, including alternative formats, will be made available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. For more information or to request an accommodation please contact [email protected].

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