Production Control & Planning Manager

Astemo Ltd.; Sunbury (OH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Astemo Ltd. is seeking a Production Control Manager to lead materials coordination and production planning, directing a team and partnering with manufacturing, procurement, and customer-facing teams to ensure operational success.

You will drive inventory optimization, oversee planning and scheduling, and mentor the PC&L group toward continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in production control, supply chain, or manufacturing operations.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and analytical skills are essential.
• Experience with ERP or MRP systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination of materials and production planning.
• Manage PC&L budget tracking and monthly forecast updates.
• Oversee materials management including planning, inventory control, and distribution.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels to meet demand and minimize costs.
• Coordinate model year phase-outs and obsolescence management.
• Lead cross-functional monthly meetings validating demand, inventory targets, constraints, and capacity.
• Direct daily production planning and scheduling to align with forecasts.
• Communicate with customers regarding order releases and delivery expectations.
• Investigate and resolve material shortages or supply chain disruptions.
• Develop and maintain reporting systems related to inventory, production, and materials functions.
• Oversee shipping and receiving operations and proper storage of materials.

Skills

Leadership

Production planning

Inventory control

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Astemo Ltd. is seeking a Production Control Manager to lead materials coordination and production planning, directing a team and partnering with manufacturing, procurement, and customer-facing teams to ensure operational success.

You will drive inventory optimization, oversee planning and scheduling, and mentor the PC&L group toward continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.