Production Planning and Control Analyst

OMCO; Wickliffe (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

LinkedIn Learning

Job summary

OMCO, a MacLean-Fogg Company, is seeking a Production Planning and Control Analyst to manage schedules, optimize resources, and align operations with demand in Wickliffe, OH. You will partner across functions and mentor the planning team while ensuring timely delivery and quality.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and at least five years’ experience in planning, with strong data analysis and communication skills to drive continuous improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• Minimum of 5 years of production planning or similar experience.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across functions.
• Experience with scheduling, labor planning, and metrics.
• Demonstrated ability to improve processes and reduce downtime.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules balancing supply and demand.
• Identify bottlenecks and optimize labor and resource use.
• Monitor performance metrics and implement corrective actions.
• Plan labor allocation for cost-effective workforce utilization.
• Collaborate with procurement, quality, and sales to meet objectives.
• Provide guidance to planning team and mentor members.
• Prepare reports on performance, adherence, and utilization.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Team leadership

Data analysis

Multi-priority management

Problem solving

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

5+ years of experience

Job description

Job Summary

OMCO, a MacLean-Fogg Company, is hiring a Production Planning and Control Analyst at our Wickliffe, Ohio facility. In this role, you will oversee production scheduling, optimize labor and resource utilization, analyze performance, and coordinate across functions to support efficient production and customer requirements.

• Location: Wickliffe, OH


• Work Arrangement: On-site


• Schedule: Standard business hours


• Pay: $65,000–$70,000 annually


• Other Compensation: This position does not participate in the bonus program.


• Employment Type: Full-time / Salary

What You'll Do as a Production Planning and Control Analyst

• Assess production processes to identify bottlenecks, improve workflows, and align operations with demand forecasts.


• Create and maintain production schedules that balance supply and demand while maximizing resource utilization and minimizing downtime.


• Monitor production metrics and performance indicators and help implement corrective actions when results deviate from plan.


• Plan labor allocation to support cost-effective workforce utilization, productivity, and quality.


• Collaborate with procurement, quality, sales, and other functions to align production capabilities with business objectives and customer requirements.


• Provide guidance and mentorship to planning team members, supporting accountability and professional development.


• Prepare and present reports on production performance, schedule adherence, and resource utilization to support informed decision-making.

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.


• At least 5 years of experience.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to guide and support team members effectively.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.


• Ability to analyze data to support decisions and process improvements.


• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to implement effective solutions.


• Flexibility in responding to changing priorities and circumstances.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This role involves standing for extended periods and pushing or pulling objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

The physical requirements described above represent those needed to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

OMCO, a MacLean-Fogg Company, offers benefits that support your health, financial security, time away from work, and continued development.

• Health insurance through Cigna with three medical plan options, available after 30 days of employment.


• Company-paid dental insurance, including preventive, basic, major, and orthodontic coverage, available after 30 days of employment.


• 401(k) retirement plan through Empower with automatic 3% enrollment for eligible employees unless waived.


• 21 total paid days off, including 10 vacation days and 11 paid holidays.


• Four weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees following a birth, adoption, or placement.


• Company-paid life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and short-term disability insurance.


• Voluntary long-term disability insurance.


• Voluntary life insurance options for employees, spouses, and children.


• Tuition reimbursement for eligible degrees and continuing education.


• LinkedIn Learning and MacLean-Fogg leadership and professional development programs.


• On-demand access to earned wages through PayActiv.


• Wellness incentives, equipment rebates, charitable donation matching, and a new vehicle rebate program.


• Holiday turkeys and hams to share with your family.

Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Pre-Employment Requirements

After a conditional offer, this position requires a pre-employment drug screen. Testing and employment decisions are administered consistent with applicable law.

About MacLean-Fogg

MacLean-Fogg is a fourth-generation, family-owned American manufacturing company headquartered in Mundelein, Illinois. Founded in 1925, we design and manufacture engineered components and solutions for automotive and industrial markets.

Our portfolio includes MacLean-Fogg Component Solutions, OMCO, Mallard Manufacturing, and Threadstrong. Across our companies, we share a commitment to Integrity, People, Customers, and Stewardship while investing in our people, manufacturing capabilities, customers, and communities.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodations

MacLean-Fogg and its affiliated companies are equal opportunity employers. We provide equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply, complete an assessment, or participate in the hiring process, contact [e-mail].

Founded in 1955, OMCO is America’s premier factory-direct manufacturer of solar trackers and fixed tilt solutions and the largest custom roll former in the United States with a nationwide footprint consisting of five manufacturing facilities that represents over 700,000 square feet of manufacturing space, a fleet of more than 50 active roll forming mills, and many other manufacturing operations.

We manufacture highly engineered shapes for many applications across a wide range of industries including components for truck bodies, trailers, material handling systems, data centers, solar panel frames, fixed tilt mounting systems, and single-axis tracker solutions, as well as many more products. The OMCO brand consists of three divisions: OMCO Roll Forming Plus, OMCO Solar, and OMCO Fabrication.