Production Control Associate, 3rd Shift, Site 2

Telemetry Today LLC; Midland (TX); Sur place; USD 25 000 - 36 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

AST SpaceMobile is seeking a Production Control Associate in Midland, TX to coordinate and expedite the flow of materials, parts, and work orders across manufacturing to support schedules and on-time delivery.

The role requires at least a High School diploma and 2+ years in manufacturing or inventory control, with experience in ERP/MRP systems and advanced Excel. The successful candidate will collaborate across departments to maintain accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, production control, inventory control, warehouse operations, logistics, materials management, or related field.
• Experience supporting production schedules, inventory accuracy, and material movement activities.

Responsabilités

• Coordinate and expedite material movements to meet schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels and identify shortages.
• Maintain ERP/MRP data accuracy and records.
• Collaborate with multiple departments to resolve flow issues.
• Support cycle counts and inventory audits.

Connaissances

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree in related field

Outils

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

MES systems

Description du poste

AST SpaceMobile and our global partners are building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network to be accessible by standard smartphones. Called SpaceMobile, this ultra-powerful network is being designed to provide connectivity at 4G/5G speeds everywhere on the planet – on land, at sea and in flight.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Production Control Associate responsible for coordinating and expediting the flow of materials, parts, and work orders throughout the manufacturing process to support production schedules and customer delivery requirements. This role monitors inventory, work-in-process (WIP), material shortages, and production priorities while working closely with Production, Planning, Procurement, Engineering, Quality, and Warehouse teams to maintain operational efficiency and schedule adherence.

Base Pay: $22.00 per hour

Shift Schedules

• 1st Shift (Days): Monday-Thursday, 7:30 AM-5:30 PM (4x10 schedule) with paid lunch and breaks.
• 2nd Shift (Nights): Monday-Thursday, 6:00 PM-4:00 AM (4x10 schedule) with a 10% shift differential and paid lunch and breaks.
• 3rd Shift (Weekends): Friday-Sunday, 6:00 AM-6:00 PM (3x12 schedule) with a 20% shift differential and paid lunch and breaks.
• Additional night and weekend shifts may be available based on business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Compile and maintain records regarding the quantity, cost, and type of materials received, shipped, inventoried, and in production.
• Expedite the movement of materials, parts, assemblies, and work orders within and between departments according to production schedules and customer requirements.
• Monitor material availability and identify actual or potential shortages; coordinate corrective actions to minimize production disruptions.
• Collaborate with Production, Planning, Procurement, Engineering, Quality, and Warehouse teams to resolve material flow issues and support production priorities.
• Track inventory levels including Work-in-Process (WIP), On-Hold, Material Review Board (MRB), Inspection, and warehouse locations.
• Prioritize production orders and material movement to support manufacturing schedules and on-time delivery goals.
• Track production rates, lead times, and workflow status to support production planning activities.
• Ensure inventory transactions and material movements are accurately documented within ERP/MRP systems.
• Process and reconcile scrapped, obsolete, damaged, or nonconforming materials.
• Support cycle counts, inventory audits, and inventory accuracy initiatives.
• Coordinate with Material Planning and Purchasing teams to ensure material availability aligns with production schedules.
• Escalate material shortages, schedule conflicts, and production delays to appropriate stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate production, inventory, and material control records.
• Follow all company policies, quality requirements, and safety procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Manufacturing, or related field preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in manufacturing, production control, inventory control, warehouse operations, logistics, materials management, or a related field.
• Experience supporting production schedules, inventory accuracy, and material movement activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as NetSuite, Epicor, Solumina, SAP, Oracle, or similar manufacturing software.
• Aerospace, manufacturing, production control, materials management, inventory control, or warehouse experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including filtering, sorting, reporting, and data analysis.
• Knowledge of production scheduling, inventory management, material planning, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing environments.

Soft Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• ERP/MRP Systems
• Inventory Management Systems
• Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) preferred
• Data reporting and spreadsheet applications

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a manufacturing and warehouse environment with frequent standing, walking, and movement throughout the shift.
• Ability to sit, stand, and/or walk for extended periods.
• Ability to use hands and fingers for repetitive tasks, computer work, and data entry.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, squat, climb, reach, and balance as required.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or carry up to 35 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work around machinery, equipment, material handling devices, and production tooling.
• Ability to work near moving mechanical parts and equipment.
• Ability to visually inspect materials, inventory labels, documentation, and production information.
• Ability to communicate effectively through speaking and hearing.
• Ability to work in environments with exposure to noise, dust, fumes, airborne particles, and varying temperatures.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

If you are open to relocating to Midland, TX, this opportunity provides exposure to the high-tech aerospace industry, offering career growth, transferable manufacturing skills, and long-term employment stability in a rapidly growing organization.

This job description may not be inclusive of all duties and responsibilities. Additional tasks may be assigned from time to time, or the scope of the position may change based on business needs.

AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.