SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE:

  The Production Control Coordinator (part-time) position is a visible role responsible for assisting Production Control in planning and scheduling activities. This position is responsible for the following activities:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assisting with developing and maintaining customer forecast, master schedule and procurement plan based on history and sales opportunities. Assisting with inventory control and monitoring of customer systems and requirements.
• Assisting with reviewing and updating forecast, production schedules and material requirements.
• Assisting with reviewing material shortages, stock outages, and safety stock levels in coordination with Purchasing and Operations to meet customer requirements.
• Assist in resolution of MRP and planning discrepancies, create new customer part numbers and load bills of materials.
• Assisting with scheduling plant production in ERP system using requirements from customers and working in conjunction with Operations.
• Assisting with customer service as needed to ensure customer satisfaction related to quality defects, order changes and shipping logistics.
• Any additional duties that may be assigned by Management.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Basic math and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Computer skills and ERP knowledge desired
• Ability to learn customer systems and/or participate in customer system training with ability to retain knowledge and train others.
• Ability to pay close attention to details.
• Ability to understand and learn Lean Manufacturing.
• Ability to deal comfortably with all levels within the organization.
• Ability to provide leadership in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least 6 months to 1 years experience scheduling in manufacturing. Preferably foundry environment with familiarity of automotive customer systems; however, not a requirement.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Normal work environment - office, factory and storeroom with minimal exposure to noise, odors, dust and drafts. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; balance and stoop; and push, pull, transfer, move, lift up to 25 lbs. and occasionally 35 lbs.