Production Control Intern

Modern Industries • Erie, PA

14h

About The Position

A Production Control Intern supports the production control team in monitoring, scheduling, and optimizing manufacturing or production processes to ensure efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery.

Requirements

• Earning a Associate or Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, operations, or a related field
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), data analysis tools, and possibly ERP or production management software
• Understanding of manufacturing or production processes, continuous improvement methodologies, and basic quality control principles
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and ability to work independently and in a team

Nice To Haves

• Review daily production reports and flag any variances from planned output.
• Assist in creating project timelines and resource allocation charts.
• Support the setup of production control systems or workflows (e.g., SharePoint)
• Attend meetings with engineering, logistics, and quality teams to discuss production issues.
• Maintain accurate records of production batches, materials used, and quality test results.

Responsibilities

• Assist in production scheduling: Help develop and maintain production schedules to align with company goals and customer delivery dates
• Monitor production flow: Track production rates, product standards, and workflow for multiple products or stages
• Data tracking & reporting: Record and analyze production data, identify deviations from standards, and prepare reports for supervisors
• Coordination: Liaise with departments such as procurement, quality assurance, engineering, and logistics to ensure smooth operations
• Problem-solving: Identify and address production issues to minimize delays and disruptions
• Resource planning: Support material planning and resource allocation to avoid shortages
• Quality control support: Assist in implementing and monitoring quality control programs
• Health & safety compliance: Ensure adherence to safety regulations during production activities

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree