Production Planning & Material Control (PMC)

Bila Solar, Inc.

Indianapolis (IN)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 85,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Full benefits package

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Job summary

Bila Solar, Inc. is seeking a PMC Specialist to integrate production planning and material control, translating orders/forecasts into executable schedules and ensuring material readiness for uninterrupted manufacturing.

You will coordinate with Production, Procurement, Warehouse, Engineering, Quality and others to resolve exceptions and improve plan execution. The role emphasizes BOM-based MRP, MO management, WIP tracking, and cross-functional collaboration to balance inventory with delivery

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, operations, business or logistics preferred.
2+ years in manufacturing planning, material control, or related roles preferred.
Working knowledge of BOM, MRP, inventory control, scheduling, MO processes.
Proficiency with Excel; experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred) and MES is a plus.
Strong analytical, reporting, problem-solving and cross-functional communication.

Responsibilities

Assess orders/forecasts against capacity, equipment, and material readiness; support planning.
Develop and adjust production schedules based on priorities and constraints.
Monitor MO release, progress, and WIP; report risks and coordinate recoveries.
Run MRP using BOMs, inventory, lead times, and open supply; manage PRs/POs.
Coordinate cross-functional planning with Production, Procurement, Warehouse and Quality.

Skills

Supply chain planning

Manufacturing experience

Excel

ERP/MRP systems

MES

Analytical skills

Cross-functional communication

Bilingual Chinese-English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

SAP

MES

MS Office

Job description

Position Summary

The PMC Specialist integrates production planning and material control to support uninterrupted manufacturing, balanced inventory, and on-time order fulfillment. The role translates customer orders and forecasts into feasible production schedules, performs BOM-based material requirements planning, tracks procurement and inventory readiness, and monitors manufacturing orders and work-in-process (WIP) through completion. The Specialist partners closely with Production, Procurement, Warehouse, Engineering, Quality, and other stakeholders to resolve exceptions and improve plan execution.

Shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 5:30pm

About the Company

Bila Solar is a pioneering solar energy company dedicated to transforming and powering the world through innovation in renewable energy. The company offers a diverse portfolio of high-performance solar modules, including its ultralight solar modules—designed for low load-bearing roofs and curved surfaces where traditional panels cannot be installed—as well as its newly launched 550W dual glass conventional solar panels, proudly manufactured in Indiana.

With a commitment to domestic manufacturing, supply chain security and cutting-edge solar solutions, Bila Solar is leading the charge in expanding U.S.-made solar technology.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production Planning & Order Fulfillment

Assess customer orders and forecasts against production capacity, equipment availability, and material readiness; support annual, monthly, weekly, and daily production planning.

Develop, maintain, and adjust executable production schedules based on order priorities, delivery requirements, and operational constraints.

Monitor order progress from initial assessment through production and shipment; highlight delivery risks, communicate changes, and coordinate recovery actions.

2. Material Requirements Planning & Supply Assurance

Run material requirements planning (MRP) using production schedules, approved bills of materials (BOMs), inventory balances, lead times, and open supply.

Prepare and maintain purchase requisitions (PRs), coordinate demand validation, and track purchase order (PO) conversion, supplier delivery status, and shortages with Procurement.

Balance material availability with inventory objectives; elevate shortages, delayed deliveries, and other supply risks before they disrupt production.

3. Inventory, Material Usage & Exception Control

Monitor raw material inventory, consumption, and inventory accuracy; investigate abnormal usage and coordinate corrective action.

Identify excess, slow-moving, obsolete, and non-conforming materials; collaborate with responsible functions on disposition, consumption, and inventory reduction plans.

Coordinate material issuing, returns, and inventory-related discrepancies with Warehouse and Production to support accurate material flow.

4. Manufacturing Orders & WIP Management

Coordinate manufacturing-order (MO) release, adjustment, and closure in accordance with production requirements and cost-accounting procedures.

Monitor timely and accurate production reporting in MES/ERP; investigate discrepancies affecting work orders, material consumption, or output.

Track daily WIP quantity, aging, and flow; work with operational teams to reduce bottlenecks and avoid unnecessary accumulation.

5. Cross-functional Coordination, Reporting & Safety

Coordinate daily planning and material exceptions with Production, Procurement, Warehouse, Engineering, Quality, and other stakeholders.

Maintain accurate planning and material control records; prepare KPI reports, shortage alerts, inventory analyses, and execution updates.

Identify process improvements to increase schedule adherence, inventory turnover, data accuracy, and operational efficiency; comply with company safety policies and training requirements.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, Logistics, or a related field.
2+ years of experience in manufacturing production planning, material control, inventory management, or a related supply chain role preferred.
Working knowledge of BOM, MRP, inventory control, production scheduling, and manufacturing order processes.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications; experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred) and MES is an advantage.
Strong analytical, reporting, problem-solving, organizational, and cross-functional communication skills.
Ability to prioritize competing demands, proactively identify exceptions, and coordinate practical solutions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Chinese–English bilingual capability and Lean/Six Sigma training are pluses, not requirements.

Benefits

We offer a small company, family-oriented culture coupled with the excitement of a start-up business. Our benefits package is comprehensive and includes subsidized medical, dental, vision, 401k with match, life and AD&D insurance, paid time off, employee assistance program, opportunities for career advancement and professional development, and more!