Production Controller

Job Summary: The Production Controller will perform and ensure manufacturing planning and quality Insurance of manufacturing specifications to meet shipping dates according to sales forecasts or customer orders.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Develop, maintain, and execute daily and weekly production schedules aligned with customer demand and capacity

• Balance production loads across work centers to optimize throughput and minimize bottlenecks

• Release and prioritize work orders based on demand, material availability, and capacity constraints

Backlog & Order Management

• Manage production backlog to support on-time delivery and lead-time commitments

• Coordinate closely with sales, customer service, and supply chain to address order changes and priority shifts

• Proactively identify risks to delivery commitments and recommend corrective actions

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Serve as the primary liaison between production, purchasing, inventory, and logistics

• Communicate schedule changes, constraints, and priorities to shop floor leadership

• Support escalation and resolution of production issues impacting customer deliveries

System & Data Management

• Maintain accurate production data within the ERP systems (work orders, routings, schedules)

• Monitor key operational KPIs including OTD, schedule adherence, WIP, and backlog

• Support continuous improvement through data-driven analysis and reporting

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve scheduling effectiveness, flow, and lead times

• Support standard work development and documentation related to production control processes

• Participate in operational reviews and improvement initiatives

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associates or Bachelor's degree in related area preferred.

• At least two years of experience in related disciplines including design drafting, production planning, or assembly work, required.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints to draft clear and detailed manufacturing procedures.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to frequently twist, turn, reach over shoulders, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, walk.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.