Production Control Specialist

Aisin Electronics Illinois,LLC; Marion (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

AISIN Electronics Illinois, LLC is seeking a Production Control Specialist to oversee purchasing of electronic parts and inventory control within Production Control. The role supports design drawings from Japan, requests quotations, and manages supplier relationships for national and international suppliers.

The position requires creating and following production and ramp-up plans, issuing ECIs, and maintaining accurate documentation for LOIs, forecasts, and quotes, with on-site work and

Qualifications

• Two years of prior applicable experience in Production Control.
• Experience with supplier management and quotations.
• Ability to manage production forecasts and schedules.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain supplier relationships.
• Issue purchase orders for mass production and trial parts.
• Create production schedules for mass production and launches.
• Manage inventory verification for mass production and trials.
• Coordinate ramp-up/ramp-down plans.

Skills

Supplier relations

Purchasing

Forecasting

Inventory management

Excel

Education

Supply Chain Management, Operations, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Production Control Specialist

Department: Production Control

Position Summary

This position will be responsible for Purchasing of electronic parts and Inventory control activities within the Production Control Department.

Position Responsibilities

The incumbent is expected to perform the following functions that the company has determined are essential to this position:

• Develop and maintain relationships with electronics suppliers and develop controls for supplier activities.
• Support Purchasing with distribute part design drawings received from Aisin Seiki in Japan to suppliersas part specifications.
• Request quotations from electronic suppliers.
• Responsible for electronic parts procurement process with national and international electronic parts suppliers.
• Responsible for development and follow-up of component procurement forecast (new launch and/or mass production)
• Issue purchase orders for mass production and trial run parts.
• Responsible for adjusting existing purchase orders based on demand forecast.
• Responsible for Inventory Control including verification of inventory amounts for mass production and trial parts.
• Responsible for creating mass production/new launch production schedules
• Responsible for creating ramp-up/ramp-down schedules
• Responsible for issuing trial production schedule to manufacturing for new trail part runs.
• Responsible for implementation of ramp-up plans for all new parts at start of mass production.
• Responsible for issuing any engineering change instruction (ECI) and / or design drawing from Aisin Seiki in Japan to AEIL engineers.
• Responsible for confirming trial shipment accuracy
• Responsible for document control for LOI's, ECI's, 13 week forecasts, and parts quotations within the Production Control Department.
• Perform all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards
• Will perform all other reasonably related tasks within the Company as required by Management.
• Establish monthly, daily, and hourly production schedule.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Two years of prior applicable experience in Production Control

Beneficial Skills and Experience

• Experience working with suppliers and managing supplier relationships, including requesting quotations and following up on orders and deliveries.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify discrepancies, anticipate material needs, and respond to changes in production demand.
• Ability to interpret and manage production forecasts, purchase orders, engineering changes, part specifications, and production schedules.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with internal departments, suppliers, and international business partners.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in data, documentation, inventory, and purchasing activities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environment.

Education/Training/Certifications

• Supply Chain Management, Operations, or a related field preferred

Salary Range

$52,000 - $61,535

Requirements

Travel Requirements

• Valid passport for travel required for travel
• Must be willing and available to travel to such locations and with such frequency as is necessary and desirable to meet business needs.

With reasonable accommodation:

• Must be able to operate a personal computer, telephone, and other office equipment.
• Must perform job duties onsite, when necessary, except those duties that are customarily or by their nature performed offsite (for example, offsite customer visits).
• Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to work on multiple assignments at once, and complete assignments within deadline and budget (if applicable) with satisfactory quality.
• Must be able to operate as an effective team member.
• Must be committed to a high standard of safety and be willing and able to comply with all safety laws and all company safety policies.
• Must maintain an acceptable attendance record.
• Must be willing and available to work weekends and holidays as necessary and desirable to meet business needs.

About

AISIN offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation and holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, vehicle discounts and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The policy of AISIN is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal law. Additionally, AISIN is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search, email us at [e-mail] or call us at (734)-453-5551. Please provide a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title of the position for which you are applying.

Diversity Statement

AISIN is committed to workforce diversity, creating equity and advancing a culture of inclusion in which every team member is treated fairly and with respect. Our inclusive work environment brings together a variety of backgrounds, skills, education and perspectives. Attracting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce requires that everyone have an equal opportunity to participate, contribute, and advance.

Position Type

Full-time

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The policy of AISIN is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal law. Additionally, AISIN is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search, email us at [e-mail] or call us at (734)-453-5551. Please provide a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title of the position for which you are applying.