Strategic Production Planner & Control Manager

VPI Technology, a division of Ludlum Measurements, Inc.; Wyoming (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Ludlum Measurements, Inc. seeks a Production Control Manager to lead master production scheduling, ERP/MRP optimization, and cross-functional planning in a high‑mix/low‑volume environment in Texas.

You will oversee production planning, scheduling, inventory control, material availability, capacity planning, and KPI tracking to maximize throughput while maintaining safety and cost effectiveness. Collaborate with manufacturing leadership to align plans with capacity and business goals, driving

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
• 5+ years in production planning, scheduling, manufacturing operations, or supply chain management.
• 3+ years supervisory or management experience in manufacturing.
• APICS/ASCM CPIM/CSCP is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain master production schedules based on demand, forecasts and inventory requirements.
• Monitor changes in product mix and adjust schedules to address priorities, capacity constraints and material availability.
• Balance labor, equipment, and material resources to maximize efficiency and throughput.
• Ensure production schedules support customer delivery commitments and business objectives.
• Collaborate with manufacturing leadership to align production plans with plant capacity.
• Review ERP data related to lead time, reorder points, work orders, and inventory turns.
• Lead weekly production reviews and communicate priorities across departments.
• Drive ERP/MRP improvements and support sales for lead times and large orders.

Skills

MRP/ERP knowledge

Excel

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Ludlum Measurements, Inc. seeks a Production Control Manager to lead master production scheduling, ERP/MRP optimization, and cross-functional planning in a high‑mix/low‑volume environment in Texas.

You will oversee production planning, scheduling, inventory control, material availability, capacity planning, and KPI tracking to maximize throughput while maintaining safety and cost effectiveness. Collaborate with manufacturing leadership to align plans with capacity and business goals, driving