Lean Production Control Leader – Inventory & Scheduling

Parker Hannifin; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; Full time

Job description

Position Summary

Our Quick Coupling Division is looking for a Division Production Control Manager to manage the direction and daily activities of the Divisions inventory and production activities to support sales forecast, target inventories and single or multiple plant production activities. This role is both managerial and hands-on, with direct involvement in developing and maintaining production plans and schedules for quick coupling manufacturing. This role will focus on strategic, tactical and operational plans within a lean enterprise environment concentrating on people, organization, process and informational technology.

Position Summary

Our Quick Coupling Division is looking for a Division Production Control Manager to manage the direction and daily activities of the Divisions inventory and production activities to support sales forecast, target inventories and single or multiple plant production activities. This role is both managerial and hands-on, with direct involvement in developing and maintaining production plans and schedules for quick coupling manufacturing. This role will focus on strategic, tactical and operational plans within a lean enterprise environment concentrating on people, organization, process and informational technology.

Scope/ Supervision and Interaction

Position will report to the Division Supply Chain Manager. Will manage personnel in inventory control and production control. Interacts with all levels of Division management including operational, engineering, quality control, marketing/sales and accounting.

What Is a Quick Coupling?

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies and systems with $19.9B in revenue in 2025. Parker’s Quick Coupling Division is the largest manufacturer of quick couplings in the world. A quick coupling is used to provide a fast, make-or-break connection of fluid or gas transfer lines. Our plants provide critical equipment for many different industries including Agriculture, Construction, and Data Processing.

Responsibilities

• Manages all division inventory relating to records, tracking of materials, changing business activity, quality of materials and stocking levels. Works closely with procurement to ensure reorder processes and timely delivery of materials are in place.
• Analyzes production requirements based on immediate sales orders and short/medium term forecast considering production resources (people, materials, equipment). Works with Division management to determine within single or multi-plant production facilities the most cost efficient utilization of production resources for on time delivery and minimization overall cost.
• Administers the development and implementation of an aggressive inventory reduction program limiting the Divisions exposure to excess inventory cost. Adjust inventory levels associated with any backlog production.
• Prepares master schedule to establish sequence and lead times of manufacturing operations. Requires scheduling in weekly, monthly or longer production cycles.
• Actively participates with Division management to resolve conflicts from unpredictable variances affecting the master schedule. (changing priorities, engineering changes, material shortages, scrap/repairs, labor shortages, machine availability).
• Responsible for overseeing the Division's sales and operations planning for each month.
• Prepares detail reports detailing current activity and suggested improvement in processes.
  
  

The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years experience in inventory and production control.
• 4 year college degree in business, engineering, or materials management required with certification in supply chain management preferred.
• Possess analytical and technical skills required to understand business practices and recommend proper automation opportunities.
• Must have advanced computer skills and be able to understand of electronic processing.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contacts.
• Must be an innovator and embrace lean enterprises principles and practices.
  
  

Competitive Compensation

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

• Pay Range: $105700 to $185000 annually
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program
  
  

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker Offers Competitive Benefit Programs, Including

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

Drug Tests

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.