Production Control Manager

Aero Gear•Windsor, CT

About The Position

The Production Control Manager is responsible for product movement and build schedules that support the company revenue plan and delivery commitments. The role develops a three-month production plan and drives its execution, serving as the primary synchronization point with support functions. The manager leads the Production Control team of 3–4 individuals and is expected to lead a team physically present on the shop floor. The position requires at least seven years of aerospace manufacturing experience, with direct scheduling, planning, or production control experience, along with a strong understanding of a manufacturing value stream and experience leading teams in a fast-paced environment. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship is also required. The work environment is typically moderately noisy. A reasonable amount of overtime is expected based on production needs. The employee occasionally lifts or moves up to 25 pounds and frequently stands, walks, talks, hears, and uses their hands; close vision is required.

Requirements

At least 7 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, with direct experience in scheduling, planning, or production control.
Strong understanding of a manufacturing value stream.
Experience leading teams in a fast-paced environment.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong organizational skills.
Initiative and urgency, with consistent focus on safety and quality.
Strong leadership and management skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent attitude and team mentality.
Ability to navigate computer software supporting the position, including Excel, ERP, and scheduling software.
Ability to lead a team physically present on the shop floor.
Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Develop, own, and update the monthly projection and extended rolling 90-day outlook.
Determine, communicate, and coordinate weekly shipment goals.
Oversee business unit scheduling.
Review and manage the material release schedule as it changes.
Communicate and drive product priorities through support functions and shared resources; serve as the primary interface among Production Control, Business Unit Managers, and Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain to resolve conflicting priorities.
Own critical parts end-to-end and drive tracking and resolution.
Work with area managers to identify and resolve delivery and constraint issues while balancing efficiency, optimization, and revenue targets.
Escalate delivery issues affecting customer commitments in a timely manner.
Provide estimated part completion dates and part status information in production meetings.
Work with area managers to optimize employee work assignments.
Determine and coordinate off-shift and weekend work priorities.
Ensure manufactured details support the gearbox build schedule.
Monitor schedule changes and work with Sales to correct them when necessary.
Maintain accurate commits in the ERP system.
Lead and oversee the Production Control team of 3–4 individuals.