Production Control Center Analyst - MMF

Austal USA; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Austal USA in Mobile, Alabama is seeking an experienced project management professional to oversee shipbuilding processes and improve operational efficiency. The role involves managing project schedules, facilitating communication among teams, and implementing process improvements.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree related to engineering or project management, with over three years of relevant experience. Strong familiarity with lean methodologies and scheduling software like Primavera is essential. Candidates must be US citizens.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in shipyards, ship repair, or the US Navy.
• Detail oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Government contracts and Lean Manufacturing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support execution priority management and project progress tracking.
• Develop baseline ship schedules with Project Managers and CAMs.
• Leverage expertise in program management to optimize workflows.

Skills

Ship construction knowledge

Lean methodologies

Data analysis

Scheduling concepts

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business or Project Management

Tools

Adobe Pro

Microsoft Office

Primavera

Job description

Responsibilities

Authorities / Responsibilities - Work Execution and Monitoring: Support execution priority management to minimize project delays and improve overall performance; maintain tracking and scheduling tools, ensuring transparency, accountability, and visibility into project progress and job completion; facilitate and support weekly and daily facility meetings, collaborating with management across all departments and trades to ensure alignment on production objectives and priorities; apply established project management methodologies to ensure consistent, sustainable results across all initiatives and projects; develop, document, analyze, and report on key production metrics including throughput, cycle times, and TAKT times to drive performance insights; produce, update, and maintain reports to support CAMs, ensuring accurate application and reporting of Earned Value Management (EVM) standards; collaborate with project and production teams to monitor performance, identify inefficiencies, and implement process improvements that enhance productivity and schedule adherence.

Work Planning - Work with Project Managers, Planning and Control Account Managers (CAMs) to develop baseline ship schedules, including budget distribution, cut sequences, panel/assembly TAKT times, and erect sequences; validate major milestone critical work, ensuring key project milestones are met and aligned with overall program objectives; identify and help resolve production bottlenecks; conduct facility real‑estate “what‑if” scenario analyses and propose actionable solutions; provide strategic solutions to address facility challenges, mitigate cost impacts, and minimize schedule delays.

Process Improvement - Leverage expertise in program management, lean methodologies, and data analysis to optimize workflows and enhance overall efficiency; integrate lean manufacturing principles into daily operations and decision‑making to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve workflows.

Communication and Teaming - Foster a positive and collaborative work environment by motivating team members, promoting open communication, minimizing conflict, and maintaining high morale; work with Project Managers and Directors to prepare and deliver high‑quality reports and briefings, presenting actionable insights to senior‑level stakeholders and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.

Qualifications / Knowledge / Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business or Project Management and 3+ years of demonstrated experience in shipyards, ship repair, or the US Navy, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledgeable in ship construction and relationships between trades.
• Proficiency in Adobe Pro, Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and Excel).
• Working familiarity with Primavera (or equivalent scheduling software) – able to navigate, create layouts, filter within, and export from a comprehensive IMS.
• Experience in scheduling concepts as it relates to logic, manpower and other resource utilization.
• Working familiarity with MRP Software and other Austal Proprietary Software.
• Proficient in Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and performance measurement techniques.
• Detail oriented, able to resolve most daily issues without specific supervisory direction; able to organize and chair meetings; ability to present to a formal audience; effective communication skills to facilitate teamwork with various departments and effect customer satisfaction with internal and external customers.
• Experience with Government contracts a plus.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing a plus.
• US Citizenship required.

Tools

Not Applicable

Liaises With

• Production, Program, Project, Engineering Departments and the customer as required in performing the job.

Equal Employment Commitment

Austal USA’s commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion. Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability‑related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: 251‑445‑1932.