Production Control Clerk

Optimax Systems • Ontario, NY

43d • Onsite

About The Position

Optimax is experiencing exciting growth and expanding our team! We are seeking Production Control Clerks at all skill levels. Whether you are starting your career or looking for a new challenge, we offer a dynamic work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to creating cutting-edge optics for a wide range of industries. Apply now and start your career journey with Optimax! A unique corporate culture combined with a dynamic work environment: At Optimax, we build lenses that power cutting-edge technologies in aerospace, defense, and consumer electronics. Our optics help shape breakthroughs that benefit humanity and protect our freedom. We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where innovation and teamwork thrive. We are looking for motivated individuals who are eager to learn, grow, and contribute to impactful projects. Job Summary and Essential Job Duties: The Production Control (PC) Clerk supports the Production Planning team by preparing and releasing manufacturing jobs into production. This role reviews the ERP dispatch list, ensures all materials, documentation, and process requirements are complete, and follows established procedures to release jobs accurately. The PC Clerk helps maintain the integrity of the production release process and ensures a smooth handoff from planning to manufacturing. Through On the Job Training (OJT), Production Control Clerk will: Add specific job responsibilities Review the ERP dispatch list to identify jobs ready for release. Verify job readiness by confirming material availability, completion of required documentation, and process readiness. Kit job packets - including travelers, process documentation, and other supporting materials - with the physical job components. Follow standard procedures in the ERP system to release jobs to the production floor. Communicate with Production Planning, Process Creation, Procurement, and Incoming Inspection to resolve missing materials or incomplete documentation before release. Support continuous improvement of the job release and kitting process. Advancement through the Production Control Clerk ranks is attained via increasing levels of education, experience, industrial skills, math skills, computing skills, responsibility and leadership potential and effectiveness.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred.
• Familiarity with ERP systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standardized processes.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Reliability and consistency.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical drawings.
• Hand-eye coordination and/or manual dexterity similar to those skills utilized in artistic, creative or musical activities are desirable.
• Ability to collect and interpret data
• Strong Multi-tasking skills
• Initiative and mental concentration to learn new skills and techniques

Responsibilities

• Review the ERP dispatch list to identify jobs ready for release.
• Verify job readiness by confirming material availability, completion of required documentation, and process readiness.
• Kit job packets - including travelers, process documentation, and other supporting materials - with the physical job components.
• Follow standard procedures in the ERP system to release jobs to the production floor.
• Communicate with Production Planning, Process Creation, Procurement, and Incoming Inspection to resolve missing materials or incomplete documentation before release.
• Support continuous improvement of the job release and kitting process.

Benefits

• Bonus: 25% Monthly Profit Sharing
• Tuition Assistance: Support for continuing education
• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• 401(k): Retirement plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation and paid holidays
• Other Benefits: Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees