Coordinator, Production Control

TPI Composites; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

TPI Composites in Newton, IA is seeking a Production Control Coordinator to plan, schedule, and monitor manufacturing activities to ensure on-time delivery and efficient flow of materials.

The role coordinates production schedules, manages inventory, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to resolve shortages and production issues while maintaining accurate ERP/MRP records and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in a similar position (Preferred)
• Experience with cycle counting
• Use of inventory control systems
• File and record management
• Oracle system knowledge (Preferred)
• Intermediate Excel skills (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Monitor the status of WIP parts daily within the assigned area.
• Ensure accurate and timely charging and movement of jobs in process.
• Ensure the transaction of material kits by operation within the assigned area or other required areas.
• Control and manage inventory within the assigned area or other required areas.
• Assist with the execution of daily cycle counts.
• Collaborate in the organization, coordination, and execution of Physical Inventories.
• Provide support in related and miscellaneous departmental activities.
• Comply with the safety standards and procedures established by the Organization and enforce each of the provisions established in TPI’s Internal Work Regulations.
• Enforce TPI’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Maintain a customer‑focused approach through risk‑based thinking, while maintaining and improving Management System processes (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001). Maintain order and cleanliness within the work area (5S).

Skills

Teamwork

Organized

Planning skills

Effective communication

Microsoft Office

Tools

Oracle system knowledge

Inventory control systems

Excel

Job description

Position Summary

The Production Control Coordinator plans, schedules, and monitors manufacturing activities to ensure the timely production and delivery of products. This position coordinates production schedules, manages inventory levels, and communicates with cross‑functional teams to resolve material shortages and production issues. The coordinator analyzes production data, maintains accurate records in ERP/MRP systems, and supports continuous improvement initiatives to optimize workflow, reduce lead times, and improve on‑time delivery.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor the status of work‑in‑process (WIP) parts daily within the assigned area.
• Ensure accurate and timely charging and movement of jobs in process.
• Ensure the transaction of material kits by operation within the assigned area or other required areas.
• Control and manage inventory within the assigned area or other required areas.
• Assist with the execution of daily cycle counts.
• Collaborate in the organization, coordination, and execution of Physical Inventories.
• Provide support in related and miscellaneous departmental activities.
• Comply with the safety standards and procedures established by the Organization and enforce each of the provisions established in TPI’s Internal Work Regulations.
• Enforce TPI’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Maintain a customer‑focused approach through risk‑based thinking, while maintaining and improving Management System processes (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001). Maintain order and cleanliness within the work area (5S).

Education and Experience

Education

• 1+ year of experience in a similar position (Preferred)
• Experience with cycle counting
• Use of inventory control systems
• File and record management
• Oracle system knowledge (Preferred)
• Intermediate Excel skills (Preferred)

Skills

• Teamwork
• Organized
• Planning skills
• Effective communication
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office

Physical Skills and Abilities

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to be on the factory floor for long periods of time, potentially working across shifts at times.

Work Environment

The work environment includes a balance of time in both an office setting and manufacturing setting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions required by this role. The following conditions may be present.

• The manufacturing floor requires use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including eye, hearing, respirator, and skin protection.
• Accessing work environments may include use of stairs, staging, and ladders.
• The composite manufacturing environment is subject to varying levels of temperature, humidity, dust, and smells.