Production Control & Lean Improvement Lead

Aero Bending Company; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Aero Bending Company in Palmdale, CA is seeking a Production Control Manager to oversee and optimize the production control process in a manufacturing setting. The role focuses on planning and executing schedules to meet customer demands while maintaining quality and cost effectiveness.

You will lead cross-functional teams and coordinate with engineering, supply chain, and operations to ensure timely delivery and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in production control or manufacturing operations.
• Experience in managing production schedules and material control processes.
• Knowledge of manufacturing operations, material flow, and machine shop processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain production schedules that align with customer requirements and manufacturing capacity.
• Manage material control processes to ensure timely availability of raw materials and components for uninterrupted production flow.
• Coordinate with manufacturing engineering and machine shop teams to optimize production processes and resolve operational issues.
• Lead efforts to improve material handling and inventory management practices using lean manufacturing methodologies.
• Monitor production performance metrics and generate reports to identify areas for improvement and support decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including procurement, quality assurance, and logistics to ensure smooth manufacturing operations.
• Supervise and mentor production control staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Skills

Production scheduling

Material control

Lean manufacturing

Cross-functional collaboration

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Production planning software

Job description

Aero Bending Company in Palmdale, CA is seeking a Production Control Manager to oversee and optimize the production control process in a manufacturing setting. The role focuses on planning and executing schedules to meet customer demands while maintaining quality and cost effectiveness.

You will lead cross-functional teams and coordinate with engineering, supply chain, and operations to ensure timely delivery and continuous improvement.