Production Control Specialist

Wing Group; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wing Group, a global leader in engineered solutions, is seeking a Production Control Specialist in Jacksonville, FL. This role coordinates schedules, monitors material availability, reviews work orders, and maintains accurate production data to support on-time performance.

You will collaborate with production, scheduling, shipping, and purchasing teams; assist with monthly reporting, variance analysis, and continuous improvement; and report to the Senior Manager, Production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Diploma or Certificate in a technical discipline.
• 1–2 years of production control or scheduling experience.
• Strong MS Excel and reporting skills.
• Good shop floor planning and scheduling abilities.
• Good knowledge of manufacturing processes and management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with ERP systems like Oracle Netsuite is a plus.
• Spanish language ability is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Daily: print and distribute production travelers; verify WO status and material issuance; close WOs and resolve variances; coordinate component orders; align finished goods with sales orders; check timecard entries.
• Weekly: audit fabric cards; review material availability; communicate shortages; prepare production reports.
• Monthly: support monthly production reporting and planning activities.
• Other: ensure production bundles are complete and on time; support scheduling and capacity planning; monitor ERP data; investigate variances and propose corrective actions; report on production efficiency and material usage; support continuous improvement in production control.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Planning & scheduling

Manufacturing knowledge

Spanish language

Education

Bachelor/Diploma/Certificate in a technical discipline

Tools

MS Excel

Oracle Netsuite

Reporting tools

Job description

Overview

The Wing Group is a global leader in engineered solutions for demanding environments, bringing together a portfolio of trusted brands including Wing Inflatables, Mustang Survival, Henshaw Inflatables, Patten Company, and FabTek Industries. Across defense, marine safety, law enforcement, and industrial sectors, we design and manufacture mission-critical inflatable, flotation, and survival solutions that professionals trust to perform when it matters most. From combat-ready rigid inflatable boats and inflatable structures to life-saving flotation devices and marine apparel, our products are engineered and tested to exceed the highest standards of safety, durability, and performance. With U.S. and Canadian-based manufacturing and a collaborative, hands-on culture, The Wing Group delivers purpose-built solutions for the world’s toughest environments. Join us in advancing safety, performance, and innovation—on the water and beyond.

What we are looking for

The Production Control Specialist supports efficient production operations by coordinating schedules, monitoring material availability, reviewing work orders, and maintaining accurate production data. This role works closely with production, scheduling, shipping, and purchasing teams to ensure workflow efficiency, inventory accuracy, and on-time production performance. The position also supports reporting, variance analysis, and continuous process improvement initiatives. Reports to the Senior Manager, Production.

Responsibilities

• Daily
  • Print and distribute production travelers.
  • Review work order (WO) status and ensure material issuance and completions are accurate.
  • Review and close work orders, resolving variances as required.
  • Coordinate component orders and align finished goods with sales orders.
  • Review timecard entries against WO/module coding and communicate required corrections.
• Weekly
  • Audit fabric cards.
  • Review material availability for upcoming production requirements and communicate shortages.
  • Prepare production reports as required.
• Monthly
  • Support monthly production reporting and other production planning activities.
• Additional responsibilities
  • Ensure production bundles are complete, accurate, and delivered on time to avoid production interruptions.
  • Support production scheduling and capacity planning based on materials, labor, machine capacity, and efficiency.
  • Monitor production progress and maintain accurate ERP planning data.
  • Investigate production and material variances and recommend corrective actions.
  • Track and report on production efficiency, delivery performance, and material usage.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives within production control processes.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor or Diploma or Certificate with a technical discipline.
• 1 to 2 years of previous production control or scheduling experience.
• Good shop floor planning and scheduling abilities.
• Good working knowledge of manufacturing processes and management.
• Good communication skills, verbal and written.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Very strong computer skills, particularly with MS Excel and other reporting tools.
• Oracle Netsuite or similar ERP experience is an asset.
• Ability to speak Spanish is an asset.

Knowledge

• Educational Background: Possession of a Bachelor’s, Diploma, or Certificate in a relevant technical discipline supports foundational understanding of manufacturing principles.

Skills

• Manufacturing Proficiency: Previous experience in a manufacturing environment with understanding of manufacturing processes and management.
• Computer, Data Management, and Reporting Proficiency: Strong capability in data management and analysis; advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel is desirable.
• Scheduling Proficiency: Experience scheduling tasks within a manufacturing context.
• Communication and Collaboration: Strong verbal and written communication; ability to foster clear communication among team members.
• Problem-Solving Aptitude: Ability to resolve issues during production to maintain workflow and efficiency.

Ability

• ERP Experience: Familiarity with ERP systems like Oracle Netsuite enhances efficiency in managing production processes and resources.