Production Controller

RTX; Riverside (OH); On-site; USD 96,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Production Controller for its Riverside manufacturing site to manage production work orders, schedules, and material flow. You will coordinate with Purchasing, Planning, and Inventory Control to maintain continuous production and meet customer commitments.

The role requires 5+ years in production control or related fields, strong ERP/MRP skills, and a track record in lean improvements within a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent experience with 5+ years in production control, scheduling, or materials management, or an advanced degree with 3+ years experience.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (SAP/Oracle or similar).

Responsibilities

• Plan, release, and manage production work orders in alignment with master production schedules and capacity plans.
• Monitor work order status, resolve constraints, and ensure timely closure of work orders.
• Coordinate material availability with Purchasing, Planning, and Inventory Control to prevent shortages.
• Track daily production priorities, shortages, and recovery plans to cross-functional teams.
• Analyze production performance and identify risks to schedule; implement corrective actions.
• Maintain ERP data including work orders, routings, BOM changes, and material allocations.
• Support inventory accuracy activities including cycle counts and reconciliations.
• Collaborate with Operations and Engineering to implement changes, tooling updates, and process improvements.
• Assist with capacity planning, load analysis, and standard work documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Collins Aerospace standards and site procedures.
• Contribute to lean initiatives to improve material flow and reduce lead times.

Skills

ERP/MRP proficiency

Analytical skills

Cross-functional communication

APICS CPIM/CSCP

Education

University degree or equivalent experience

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Location: US-CA-RIVERSIDE-8200B1 ~ 8200 Arlington Ave ~ BLDG B1

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

At RTX, the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world‑class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Production Controller plays a key role in ensuring efficient material flow, production scheduling, and on‑time delivery performance within the Riverside manufacturing operations. This position is responsible for coordinating production activities, maintaining production schedules, managing work orders, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The Production Controller works closely with Operations, Planning, Procurement, Quality, and Engineering to ensure that customer commitments are met while adhering to Collins Aerospace policies and procedures.

Relocation Assistance will be provided.

What You Will Do

• Plan, release, and manage production work orders in alignment with master production schedules and capacity plans.
• Monitor work order status, proactively resolve constraints, and ensure accurate and timely closure of work orders.
• Coordinate material availability with Purchasing, Planning, and Inventory Control to prevent shortages and support uninterrupted production flow.
• Track and communicate daily production priorities, shortages, and recovery plans to cross-functional teams.
• Analyze production performance and identify risks to schedule; recommend and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate ERP data including work order dates, routings, BOM changes, and material allocations.
• Support inventory accuracy activities, including cycle counts, reconciliation, and root cause analysis of discrepancies.
• Collaborate with Operations and Engineering to implement changes, tooling updates, and process improvements.
• Assist with capacity planning, load analysis, and standard work documentation as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all Collins Aerospace standards, site procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to lean initiatives aimed at improving material flow, reducing lead time, and optimizing shop floor efficiency.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior production control, scheduling, or materials management experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in Aerospace environment.
• Experience in SAP, Oracle, or similar systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively across multiple functional areas.
• Prior experience in Collins Aerospace, UTC/RTX systems, or similar aerospace production environments.
• APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP) .
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with shop floor control, capacity planning, and configuration-controlled manufacturing.

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,critical illnessinsurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!

The salary range for this role is 95,500 USD - 181,700 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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