NPI Production Controller

Foxconn WI • Mount Pleasant, WI

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About The Position

FII USA, Inc., a Foxconn Technology Group Company, is seeking an NPI Production Controller to plan and control production-related activities for New Product Introduction (NPI) programs. This role is part of the Program Management Department and works in an office and production environment. The controller tracks open work orders and work-in-process (WIP), coordinates production schedules and material readiness, and supports timely work order closure and NPI build execution. The role also assists the Program Management Department as needed and supports production ramp activities and transitions in Smart Manufacturing.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience in supply chain, production control, production planning, procurement, or a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience working with SAP or similar ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and changing production requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to coordinate effectively across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Program Management teams.
• Strong attention to detail, with a focus on production accuracy, material readiness, product quality, and meeting program schedules.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Manufacturing, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and coordinate the flow of work within and between manufacturing departments to support NPI builds, production schedules, and program milestones.
• Review master production schedules and work orders, establish priorities for NPI builds, and revise schedules based on customer requirements, material availability, equipment capacity, and production readiness.
• Track open work orders and work-in-process (WIP) to ensure timely completion and closure, identifying and escalating potential delays.
• Coordinate with NPI Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production teams to ensure materials, resources, and documentation are available for scheduled builds.
• Distribute and monitor work orders, including quantities, build requirements, priorities, and targeted completion dates.
• Monitor material and component availability for NPI builds and expedite shortages or critical materials as needed to minimize production disruptions.
• Track production progress, equipment downtime, material shortages, and other constraints; communicate risks and schedule impacts to Program Management and cross-functional teams.
• Maintain accurate production status, work order, WIP, and inventory information in SAP and other applicable systems.
• Support production readiness reviews and provide status updates on build schedules, material readiness, capacity, and work order completion.
• Assist with NPI ramp activities and production transitions by monitoring execution against program schedules and identifying opportunities to improve production flow and efficiency.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Basic life insurance and short-term disability coverage provided by the employer.
• Supplemental life insurance and long-term disability coverage options.
• 401(k) with employer contribution.
• Personal, vacation, and holiday paid time off for full-time employees.
• Onsite Aurora Health & Wellness Center available to all employees.
• Employees are encouraged to learn and grow their careers in smart manufacturing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree