Production Control Manager

Responsibilities

• Production Control/BOM: Overseeing all Bill of Materials processing functions, including daily processing & BOM maintenance of component level detail and machine file generations.
• Managing all shop floor reporting, optimizations and cut list.
• Management of all J.I.T. reporting for Materials Buyers as well as BOM data for materials forecasting.
• Production Scheduling: Management of all Production Scheduling functions for Howard Lake.
• Management of all capacity planning parameters to adhere to manufacturing constraints.
• Projects the backlog and recommends production load adjustments.
• Maintains current customer lead times.
• Logistics: Oversees all inbound and outbound freight activity for Howard Lake, and working collaboratively with Iowa operations on cross docking and back hauls.
• Creates all outbound freight routes and tenders out to preferred carries while maintaining best cost.
• Reconciles freight invoices for approval and responsible for freight spend.
• Maintains relationships from with outside carriers.
• Other Projects: Initiates continuous improvement opportunities within the area.
• Enforce Company policy and procedure on a daily basis.
• Backup for supervisor when they are not available/or absent.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of supervisory experience is required, preferably in a manufacturing setting.
• A high school diploma or GED equivalent is minimally required.
• Experience with SQL and/or Access tools is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with CAD/BOM and product pricing tools is preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing and/or supply chain is highly preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve product and system-related issues effectively.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Strong attention to detail and process-oriented mindset.
• A proactive problem-solver who takes initiative to enhance customer satisfaction.
• A dedicated team player and brand ambassador, eager to support the company’s growth and success.