Auto Assembly Production Controller — Line-Side & Inventory

Slate Auto

Warsaw (IN)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 33,000

Full time

10 days ago
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Job summary

Slate is seeking a Production Control Team Member to support efficient material flow, inventory accuracy, line-side replenishment, cycle counting, and the safe operation of powered industrial vehicles on the plant floor.

The role requires attention to detail, safety consciousness, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume automotive manufacturing environment. You will work in a dynamic team focused on continuous improvement and timely build sequences.

Qualifications

  • 1+ year of experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or production environment.
  • Current PIV/forklift certification or ability to obtain certification within 30 days of hire
  • Experience performing cycle counts and using WMS or ERP inventory systems
  • Experience supporting receiving and/or shipping operations in a manufacturing or distribution environment
  • Basic computer literacy (data entry, email, WMS terminals) Ability to read and interpret work orders, BOMs, bills of lading, and kanban signals

Responsibilities

  • Execute scheduled milk runs to deliver parts to line‑side stations and maintain flow.
  • Replenish kanban bins and line‑side locations to sustain continuous production.
  • Monitor consumption and escalate shortages to production control supervisor.
  • Coordinate with kitting/sequencing to deliver correct parts in order.
  • Operate forklifts and tugger tow tractors safely following OSHA rules.

Skills

Cycle counts
WMS/ERP experience
Receiving & shipping ops
Basic computer literacy

Tools

Forklift certification
WMS
SAP/Oracle or similar WMS

Job description

Slate is seeking a Production Control Team Member to support efficient material flow, inventory accuracy, line-side replenishment, cycle counting, and the safe operation of powered industrial vehicles on the plant floor.

The role requires attention to detail, safety consciousness, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume automotive manufacturing environment. You will work in a dynamic team focused on continuous improvement and timely build sequences.

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