Production Control Associate

AST SpaceMobile • Midland, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

AST Space Mobile is seeking a Production Control Associate who is responsible for coordinating and expediting the flow of materials, parts, and work orders throughout the production process to ensure materials are available to support manufacturing schedules and customer delivery requirements. This position supports production control activities by monitoring inventory, work-in-process (WIP), material shortages, and production priorities to maintain operational efficiency and schedule adherence. The Production Expediter works closely with Production, Planning, Procurement, Warehouse, Engineering, and Quality teams to ensure the timely movement of materials and products through the manufacturing process.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in manufacturing, production control, inventory control, warehouse operations, logistics, materials management, or a related field.
• Basic mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Intermediate computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience utilizing ERP, MRP, inventory management, or manufacturing systems.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, inventory reports, and production schedules.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as NetSuite, Epicor, Solumina, SAP, Oracle, or similar manufacturing software.
• Experience in aerospace, manufacturing, production control, materials management, inventory control, or warehouse operations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including reporting, filtering, sorting, and data analysis.
• Knowledge of production scheduling, inventory management, material planning, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing or production environments.

Responsibilities

• Compile and maintain records regarding the quantity, cost, and type of materials received, shipped, inventoried, and in production.
• Expedite the movement of materials, parts, assemblies, and work orders within and between departments according to production schedules and customer requirements.
• Monitor material availability and identify actual or potential shortages; coordinate corrective actions to minimize production disruptions.
• Work closely with Production, Planning, Procurement, Engineering, Quality, and Warehouse teams to resolve material flow issues and support production priorities.
• Monitor and track inventory levels, including materials in Work-in-Process (WIP), On-Hold, Material Review Board (MRB), Inspection, and warehouse locations.
• Assist with prioritizing production orders and material movement to support manufacturing schedules and on-time delivery goals.
• Estimate, track, and document production rates, lead times, and workflow status to support production planning activities.
• Ensure inventory transactions and material movements are accurately recorded in ERP/MRP systems.
• Process and reconcile scrapped, obsolete, damaged, or nonconforming materials within inventory systems.
• Support cycle counts, inventory audits, and inventory accuracy initiatives.
• Coordinate with Material Planning and Purchasing teams to ensure materials are ordered and received in support of production schedules.
• Escalate material shortages, schedule conflicts, and production delays to appropriate stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate production, inventory, and material control records.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, quality requirements, and safety standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision
• 401(k) (pre-tax & Roth)
• Life insurance, disability coverage
• HSA, transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• PTO / sick leave
• Relocation Support (If You Accept) Up to $5,000 in temporary housing (first 3 months)
• $1,050/month stipend to support living arrangements after 1st working month on an ongoing basis

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED