On-Site Production Controller — WIP & Scheduling Lead

Industrial Electric Manufacturing; United States; On-site; USD 59,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

IEM in Fremont, CA seeks a Production Controller to support the Production Department, optimize utilization, and ensure on-time delivery of finished goods.

This 100% in-office role reports to the Senior Director of Operations and requires collaboration with engineering, procurement, quality and maintenance to mitigate risks and keep schedules on track. A bachelor’s in a related field with 4 years of experience is preferred, ERP/Excel proficiency expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Operations or related field; 4 years of related experience may substitute degree.
• Related co-op or internship experience in a manufacturing environment is highly preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Excel, Teams, Outlook).
• Understanding of how an ERP system flows.

Responsibilities

• Monitor WIP and communicate schedule changes to accommodate delays, expedites, shortages, or recovery plans.
• Track and report production status as needed.
• Identify bottlenecks and help implement solutions to meet delivery deadlines.
• Provide support to Production Planners and schedulers.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, quality, maintenance, and other departments.
• Generate and maintain weekly production reports.
• Document history as needed.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and scheduling policies.

Skills

WIP monitoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Tools

ERP system

Excel

Teams

Outlook

Job description

IEM in Fremont, CA seeks a Production Controller to support the Production Department, optimize utilization, and ensure on-time delivery of finished goods.

This 100% in-office role reports to the Senior Director of Operations and requires collaboration with engineering, procurement, quality and maintenance to mitigate risks and keep schedules on track. A bachelor’s in a related field with 4 years of experience is preferred, ERP/Excel proficiency expected.