Production Control Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Manage work orders to support production schedules and customer delivery requirements
• Monitor work-in-progress (WIP) across the shop floor to ensure jobs move through each stage of manufacturing efficiently
• Cook with purchasing and stockroom teams to confirm material availability and resolve shortages
• Identify potential schedule delays or bottlenecks and work with the appropriate teams to correct them
• Track job status from release to completion, ensuring accurate and timely flow of production
• Support daily production activities by communicating priorities and updates to the planning team
• Partner with quality to ensure jobs meet internal standards and required specifications
• Adjust priorities as needed based on production demands, customer requirements, or material constraints

Requirements

• 1–2 years of experience in production control, production planning, scheduling, or a related manufacturing role
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and basic understanding of work orders and BOMs
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities at once
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and comfortable working with data for tracking and reporting
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively across multiple departments
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to respond quickly to changing priorities
• High school diploma or equivalent required