Production Control Analyst

Toyota Industries•East Chicago, IN

About The Position

The Production Control Analyst ensures materials are available to meet production demands while strategically managing inventory levels. In a fast-paced, lean manufacturing environment, the role analyzes inventory performance, identifies and resolves supply chain challenges, collaborates with suppliers and internal teams to improve on-time delivery, and implements continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize inventory turnover. The position supports manufacturing operations in East Chicago, Indiana. The work schedule and on-site expectations will be confirmed during the hiring process.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Business or Supply Chain, or four years of experience in manufacturing or supply chain.
Comfort working with Excel formulas and data analytics.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to make sound decisions.

Nice To Haves

CPSM or APICS certification.
A proactive approach to solving material availability and inventory challenges.
Ability to collaborate across teams and respond with urgency in a fast-paced lean manufacturing environment.
Interest in continuous improvement and building productive supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

Maintain inventory levels to meet production demands while minimizing stock and carrying costs and following established standards and guidelines.
Develop supplier partnerships to ensure timely material deliveries, resolve supply issues, and build effective customer-supplier relationships.
Generate purchase orders, monitor order status, and expedite deliveries when necessary to help prevent production delays.
Analyze KPIs and implement improvements to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize inventory turnover.
Coordinate with procurement, logistics, production planning, and quality assurance to support smooth supply chain operations.
Perform assigned duties with attention to safety and a constant state of alertness.
Assist with other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

Relocation assistance may be available.
Performance bonus.
Generous paid time off and 13 paid holidays.
Affordable medical plans and no-cost dental and vision options.
100% 401(k) match up to 6%.
Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
Tuition assistance program.
Employee Assistance Program with access to mental health care, legal support, and financial guidance.
Recognition and Kaizen reward programs.
Opportunities for personal and professional development.