Job Summary
APG - Specialty Valve and Machined Products (formerly Mercury Manufacturing) is looking for experienced Production Control Manager to join our team!
The Production Control Manager manages all aspects of direct materials, production planning, shop floor scheduling, inventory, shipping & receiving. As a member of the plant leadership team, this position will hold a key role in the Sales, Inventory and Operational Planning Process (SIOP) as well as providing support as applicable.
Primary responsibilities include:
Schedule Shop floor: Manage optimum production sequencing based on demand and prioritization
Monitor all inputs required for Production plan execution, elevating, and adjusting as required to ensure 100% on time delivery
Track production and scrap
Track Inventory – Days on Hand
Solve, correct, and root cause inventory discrepancies
Coordinate with management on shortages affecting internal production departments
Plan safety stock based on optimal stock quantity and run size
Develop daily, weekly, and monthly staffing plans
Maintain Capacity Plan: Understand constraints and production throughput
Ensure suppliers are meeting shipping deadlines
Analyze ERP systems purchasing requirements
Prepare and place purchase orders
Reorder all raw material and component inventory as required
Must demonstrate strong analytical, communication and negotiation skills
Informs customers of delivery expectations when appropriate
Drives continuous improvement, lean and 6S initiatives regarding all plant operations
Manages, motivates, and leads production employees to ensure production requirements are met within quality standards and in accordance with customer delivery schedules
Follow all IATF 16949 Procedures and Work Instructions in the performance of these duties
MRO procurement as needed
Environmental/Safety Requirements
Other duties as assigned
Required skills and qualifications
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Power Point, and Excel
Plex experience a plus
In-depth knowledge of supply chain and inventory management systems
Hands-on experience with forecasting and budgeting
Outstanding communication and leadership skills
Education / Skills
BS degree in supply chain management, business administration
APICS certification desired in CPIM or CIRM
SAP and experience using MS Excel formulas
Minimum 2 years production control/supply chain management experience in a scheduling/ planning role
Minimum 1 years of hands on Lean Manufacturing experience desired, Heijunka experience desired
Experience with pull systems, level loading, forecast accuracy, and capacity planning preferred
Legally able to work in the U.S. without requirement of visa sponsorship/transfer now and in the future.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods of walking and standing on the production floor
Some periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to access and navigate the production facility
Must be able to lift 20 pounds at a time
APG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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