Production Control Manager

IRISS, Inc.; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

IRISS, Inc. in Bradenton, FL is seeking a Production Control Manager to own the master production schedule and align demand with supply and capacity. You will lead scheduling, materials planning, and shipping/receiving, ensuring on-time delivery and efficient production flow.

You will partner with procurement, quality, maintenance, and engineering to remove bottlenecks, implement Lean improvements, and coach a growing team. A bachelor's degree and ERP/MRP experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and strong ERP/MRP experience.
• Proven ability to lead production planning and scheduling teams.
• Experience improving schedule performance and inventory accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Own the Master Production Schedule and align orders with capacity and availability.
• Lead monthly S&OP with cross-functional teams including Sales, Operations, Procurement, and Finance.
• Direct daily/weekly production schedules, set priorities, and manage delivery risks.
• Improve flow by applying Lean principles and resolving bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering to address constraints.
• Coach and develop scheduling, planning, and shipping personnel.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Production planning

MRP ERP knowledge

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Operations

APICS CPIM or CSCP

Tools

ERP/MRP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle)

Job description

Production Control Manager

Direct applicants only. IRISS does not accept unsolicited resumes or inquiries from staffing agencies, recruiters, or search firms. No agency solicitation, please.

Build the production discipline that powers our next phase of growth.

About IRISS

IRISS designs and manufactures industrial safety and condition-based monitoring solutions that help organizations protect their people, prevent equipment failures, and improve asset reliability. Our purpose is simple: We Humanize Safety.

What You’ll Lead

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Own the Master Production Schedule, aligning customer orders and sales forecasts with material availability, labor, equipment, and plant capacity.
• Coordinate the monthly Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process with Sales, Operations, Procurement, and Finance to align demand, capacity, and inventory priorities.
• Direct daily and weekly production schedules, establish clear priorities, and communicate delivery risks and recovery plans.
• Adjust schedules in response to material shortages, equipment downtime, quality holds, and changing customer requirements.

Materials & Inventory Control

• Manage raw material, work-in-progress, and finished goods inventory to support delivery commitments while controlling working capital, excess stock, and obsolescence.
• Strengthen inventory accuracy through cycle counting, physical inventories, transaction controls, and root-cause resolution of discrepancies.
• Partner with Procurement and Supply Chain to anticipate shortages, monitor supplier deliveries, and coordinate material transitions and part phase-outs.
• Oversee Shipping & Receiving to support accurate material movement, inventory records, and timely customer shipments.
• Use ERP/MRP systems to translate demand into actionable production and material plans, maintain reliable planning data, and improve operational visibility.
• Establish and track key measures, including schedule attainment, on-time-in-full delivery, inventory accuracy, inventory turns, and shortage trends.
• Apply Lean principles and data analysis to resolve bottlenecks, reduce waste, shorten lead times, and improve production flow.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering to address constraints and implement sustainable improvements.
• Lead, coach, and develop production scheduling, material planning, inventory control, and Shipping & Receiving personnel.
• Set clear expectations, standardize workflows, and build accountability for accuracy, responsiveness, safety, and execution.

What You Bring

• Manufacturing experience: At least five years in production control, manufacturing planning, materials management, or a related function within a high-volume or complex manufacturing environment, including at least two years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Planning expertise: Strong working knowledge of master scheduling, capacity planning, MRP, inventory control, and manufacturing workflows.
• Systems proficiency: Experience with ERP/MRP platforms such as NetSuite, SAP, Rootstock, or Oracle, plus advanced Microsoft Excel skills for analysis and reporting.
• Problem-solving ability: A record of improving schedule performance, inventory accuracy, material availability, or production efficiency.
• Leadership and communication: The ability to align departments, develop teams, and make sound decisions when priorities shift.
• Education preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Certifications preferred: APICS CPIM or CSCP certification.

What Success Looks Like

Reliable production schedules. Accurate inventory. Fewer material shortages. Clear priorities across the manufacturing floor. Stronger delivery performance as IRISS grows.