Production Control Specialist

Toyota Industries Group TACG-TICA-TIES; Pendergrass (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

TACG in Pendergrass, Georgia, is seeking a Production Control Specialist to support production planning, inventory management, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The role emphasizes strong Excel skills, data analysis, and independent project management to drive efficiency, accuracy, and on-time delivery in a manual-heavy manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills with data reporting
• Demonstrated project management experience
• Self-motivated, organized, able to manage priorities
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Experience with inventory management systems (MRP)
• Lean Manufacturing, JIT, Kaizen familiarity
• Experience with AS400, Power Link, or ITEMS is a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules based on demand, resources, and capacity
• Analyze data and develop reports using Excel for planning and decisions
• Monitor inventory (raw materials and finished goods), investigate discrepancies, implement corrective actions
• Coordinate material replenishment, supplier communication, and shipment schedules for JIT manufacturing
• Manage cross-functional projects, process improvements, and department initiatives
• Maintain BOMs, part numbers, and inventory systems
• Support cycle counts, physical inventory, and continuous improvement activities

Skills

Excel

Project management

Data analysis

Communication

Self-motivated

Education

Associate's degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

MRP systems

AS400/Power Link/ITEMS

Job description

About Us

Toyota-Denso Automotive Compressor Georgia (TACG), established in 2004, is part of the Toyota Industries Corporation family. Located in Pendergrass, Georgia, we specialize in manufacturing automotive air conditioning compressors and are committed to quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Position Overview

TACG is seeking a motivated, self-sufficient, and project-oriented Production Control Specialist to support production planning, inventory management, and continuous improvement initiatives.

This role is ideal for someone with strong analytical and advanced Microsoft Excel skills who enjoys managing projects, solving problems, analyzing data, and driving results. While manufacturing, production control, and supply chain experience are beneficial, we are especially interested in candidates who demonstrate initiative, organization, and the ability to independently manage projects and responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules based on customer demand, available resources, and production capacity.


• Analyze data and develop reports using advanced Microsoft Excel to support planning, inventory control, and business decisions.


• Monitor raw material and finished goods inventory, investigate discrepancies, and implement corrective actions.


• Coordinate material replenishment, supplier communication, and customer shipment schedules to support just-in-time (JIT) manufacturing.


• Manage and support cross-functional projects, process improvements, and department initiatives.


• Maintain bills of materials (BOMs), part numbers, and inventory systems.


• Support cycle counts, physical inventory, and continuous improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and experience working with data, reports, and spreadsheets are essential.


• Demonstrated project management, coordination, or project-oriented experience.


• Self-motivated, organized, and able to independently manage priorities and complete assignments.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.


• Associate's degree in Supply Chain, Materials Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred, with relevant experience.


• Experience with inventory management systems (MRP) required.


• Manufacturing, production planning, BOM management, parts ordering, or supply chain experience is a plus.


• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, JIT, Kaizen, or continuous improvement is beneficial.


• Experience with AS400, Power Link, or ITEMS is a plus.

Experience by Level

• Specialist I: 1+ year of related outside experience preferred.


• Specialist II: 3+ years of related outside experience preferred.


• Specialist III: 5+ years of related internal or external experience preferred.


• Specialist IV: 5+ years of demonstrated related experience beyond Level III, with independent contribution and full-cycle project management capabilities.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to stand, walk, sit, handle materials, and occasionally bend, climb, kneel, or lift at least 10 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

TACG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected status under applicable law.