Production Co-ordinator

​

​

​

Job Title: Production Co-ordinator – Defence Protection Systems
Location: London, ON Canada
Hours: 40 hrs per week (Mon to Fri) based on-site
Vacancy Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $56,000 - $75,000 CDN (subject to experience) + Bonuses + Benefits

​

Join Our Team as a Production Co-ordinator at NP Aerospace!

​

Are you a hands-on and driven Production Co-ordinator looking for an opportunity to make a real impact? If you're passionate about working within a driven team and contributing to life-saving products, this could be the role for you.

​

At NP Aerospace, our Production Co-ordinators are instrumental in manufacturing advanced products, including ballistic armour protection. You will contribute to key production processes and assembly, and work with a team of skilled leaders and operators to ensure efficiency, uphold the highest quality standards, and achieve daily production targets. 

Visit our LinkedIn page to find out more about us.

​

​

BENEFITS

​

• Discretionary Half Year Bonuses 
• Benefits package starting day 1 (including Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance)
• 2 weeks paid vacation, plus week before New Year’s Day, and 2 additional ‘floater’ days
• Strong growth potential
• Flexible working hours (subject to manager approval)  

​

JOB DUTIES

​

• Meet production targets.
• Communication of production KPI’s at regular shop floor meetings.
• Maintain operational excellence, ensuring daily production output is met, and actively problem-solve where issues arise.
• Backfill areas of the process that may require it.Full-task coverage of holidays, illness, or uplifts specified by production schedules.
• Maintain ERP to ensure stock levels are correct and builds are complete in a timely manner.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional departments such as supply chain, logistics and quality assurance.
• Aim for continuous improvement through effective communication throughout all teams including production, quality, engineering, and technical teams.
• Promote, through individual accountability, the highest quality standards allied to the manufactured product.

​

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.

​

CRITICAL OUTPUTS AND ACHIEVEMENT REQUIRED

​

• Successful delivery of concept designs and launch of new products, on time, to cost and on schedule.
• Oversee the planning and execution of design and validation activities on military vehicle sub-systems.
• Support first off and prototype builds as well as transitions into full production.

​

EXPERIENCE

​

Essential

​

• Post-secondary education in manufacturing, engineering, business administration or related field.
• Minimum 2-3+ years of experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance.
• Canadian citizen or permanent resident eligible to receive Canadian security clearance.

​

Desirable

​

• Detail-oriented and proactive.
• Strong grasp of lean manufacturing, inventory management and process co-ordination.
• Proficient in ERP systems.
• Familiarity with ISO standards.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively.

​

​

WHAT DO WE DO AT NP AEROSPACE?

​

NP Aerospace is a global leader in armour technology manufacturing and vehicle integration, delivering high-performance, lifesaving solutions for the defence and security industry.

​

Our mission is to improve and protect lives, and our vision is to be a leading provider of innovative solutions that solve our customers' complex challenges. Our values - Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, and Dedication form the bedrock of our culture.

​

Our extensive range of combat-proven body armour, from ballistic helmets, plates, and shields to bomb disposal suits, highlights some of the most advanced composite materials. With a team of R&D engineers working on next-generation solutions, we also excel in highly engineered vehicle systems and armour platforms used by some of the world’s largest defence organisations.

​

Founded in 1926, NP Aerospace has served the defence industry for over 40 years, evolving into an agile and diverse company. Our Business Development team is expanding both in the UK and North America.

​

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: NP Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

​

Data Privacy: NP Aerospace respects the privacy of all applicants. Personal information provided during the application process will be treated in accordance with our privacy policy and applicable data protection laws.