Location: Reynoldsburg, OH (Relocation Not Available)
Shift: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Job Summary
We are seeking a Production Control Manager to lead the Parts Control Section, ensuring the success of production planning, inventory management, and supply chain operations. This role includes supervising staff, enforcing company policies, managing ERP and QAD systems, and overseeing forecasting, supplier performance, and new model support. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytically strong, and capable of leading a team while maintaining operational efficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred, or at least 5 years of relevant experience in the manufacturing industry working with ERP systems
- Proven experience managing teams, including training, discipline, and workload balancing
- Experience with ERP systems and QAD software
- Strong knowledge of supply chain, inventory control, and forecasting methods
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
- Ability to meet strict deadlines while managing multiple priorities in an open environment
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and leadership skills
- Self-motivated with staff development experience
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Knowledge of production planning and parts control databases
- Experience supporting new model launches and build-out activities
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Supervise and ensure training for Administrators and ASMs as needed
- Enforce company policies, business plans, and budget targets
- Ensure Associate Relations functions are carried out, including timekeeping, disciplinary action, and section meetings
- Balance departmental workloads and resources
- Oversee supply chain accuracy, forecasting, and supplier delivery performance
- Manage overall inventory control activities, including cycle counts, physical inventories, and variance troubleshooting
- Administer company QAD activities, including system processes and auto-ordering
- Enforce PPC data maintenance for the Design Change Database
- Support new model launches and production build-outs in a timely manner
- Analyze operational data and implement improvements to optimize efficiency
- Maintain compliance with company standards and operational procedures
- Perform additional duties and projects as assigned by management
Company Benefits & Culture
- Stable global automotive manufacturing environment
- Highly collaborative engineering and operations culture
- Opportunity to support real-time production systems and operational technologies
- Hands-on technical role with strong organizational visibility and impact
- Opportunity to mentor and help support internal technical team development
- Competitive compensation package
- Performance-based bonus opportunities (2 bonus cycles annually)
- 401(k) match up to 6%
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage available at competitive employee rates
- Limited weekend work aligned primarily to automotive production schedules
- Occasional after-hours support may be required depending on operational production needs
- No relocation assistance available at this time