PRODUCTION CONTROL SUPERVISOR

Jst-Corporation-; Waukegan (IL); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Jst-Corporation- seeks a Production Control Supervisor to lead daily planning and scheduling in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will perform production planning, coordinate demand, capacity, materials, and inventory to meet delivery targets, while coordinating with cross-functional teams.

The role requires 5+ years in production planning or materials management, strong ERP/MRP knowledge, and advanced Excel skills, plus proven leadership to guide the Production Control team.

Formación

• 5+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or material management within manufacturing.
• Strong leadership skills with ability to coach employees and maintain performance standards.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities across departments.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and maintain production schedules based on demand, capacity, materials, and priorities.
• Monitor material availability and inventory, coordinating with teams to resolve shortages.
• Oversee daily Production Control activities: work orders, priorities, and system updates.
• Track production progress, adjust priorities to meet delivery commitments, communicate issues.
• Analyze performance data and identify opportunities to improve planning accuracy and efficiency.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Excel (advanced)

Cross-functional communication

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Supply Chain/Operations/Business coursework or degree

Herramientas

ERP/MRP systems

Descripción del empleo

SUMMARY:The Production Control Supervisor is a hands-on position responsible for leading the day-to-dayactivities of the Production Control team while directly performing production planning andscheduling. This position oversees the execution of production planning activities and coordinatescustomer demand, manufacturing capacity, material availability, inventory, and productionpriorities to maintain executable production schedules and meet customer delivery requirements.The Supervisor provides direction and technical guidance to Production Control staff andcoordinates closely with cross-functional teams to communicate priorities and proactively resolveissues affecting production flow and customer commitments.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Production Planning and Scheduling - Develop and maintain production schedules basedon customer demand, manufacturing capacity, material availability, inventory, and productionpriorities. Directly manage assigned schedules while overseeing the team's planningactivities.2. Materials and Inventory Coordination - Review MRP requirements, monitor materialavailability and inventory levels, and identify shortages. Coordinate with relevant teamsacross the organization to maintain production flow and resolve delivery issues.3. Production Control Execution - Perform and oversee daily Production Control activities,including work orders, production priorities, inventory transactions, and system updates,ensuring accurate and timely information.4. Production and Delivery Oversight - Oversee production progress and scheduleperformance, ensure risks to customer commitments are addressed, direct adjustments toproduction priorities, and communicate significant delivery concerns.5. Performance and Process Improvement - Monitor production and inventory performance,investigate recurring issues, ensure compliance with established procedures, and identifyopportunities to improve planning accuracy, workflow, and operational efficiency.6. Team Supervision and Development - Direct team activities, assign and balance workloads,monitor performance, provide training and coaching, and ensure adequate coverage of criticalfunctions. Support as needed during workload fluctuations, absences, or productiondisruptions.7. Production Reporting and Performance Analysis - Prepare, analyze, and presentproduction, inventory, and operational performance reports to management to monitor results,identify trends, and support informed decision-making and continuousEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:1. High school diploma or equivalent required.2. College coursework or degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, or arelated field preferred.3. Minimum 5 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or material managementwithin a manufacturing environment.4. Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to provide direction, coach employees,and maintain performance standards.Updated 10/20265. Strong knowledge of production scheduling, capacity planning, inventory management, andERP/MRP systems.6. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis.7. Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.8. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to coordinate acrossdepartments.WORK ENVIRONMENT:1. Fast-paced manufacturing environment requiring frequent adjustments to productionschedules, priorities, and material requirements.2. Primarily office-based within a manufacturing facility, with regular interaction withproduction floor personnel and other departments.3. Requires the ability to balance supervisory responsibilities with hands-on productionplanning and scheduling activities.4. Requires extensive daily use of Microsoft Excel and ERP/MRP or production control systemsto manage schedules, analyze information, and maintain accurate planning data.5. Must be adaptable to changing customer requirements, material availability, productionconstraints, equipment issues, staffing conditions, and shifting priorities.6. Use of applicable personal protective equipment (PPE), such as safety glasses, is requiredwhen entering designated production areas.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.