Production Control Planner

US BOLT MANUFACTURING INC•Houston, TX

1d•$60,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Control Planner is responsible for coordinating and managing the front-end flow of production within our critical bolting manufacturing environment. This role serves as a key link between sales, engineering, and the shop floor - ensuring that customer orders are accurately translated into executable work orders, master routers are correctly generated, and production schedules are maintained to meet delivery commitments. The ideal candidate brings a solid understanding of manufacturing processes, strong ERP proficiency, and the communication skills to collaborate effectively across departments.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing production control, planning, or scheduling role
Working knowledge of ERP systems (experience with MRP/production modules required)
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions
Solid understanding of manufacturing processes relevant to fastener or precision metal component production
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Outlook
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or technical certification preferred
Experience in critical bolting, fastener manufacturing, or related precision manufacturing industry
Familiarity with industry standards such as ASTM, ASME, SAE, or ISO bolting specifications
Experience with routing and SOM management within an ERP environment

Responsibilities

Review incoming sales order contracts for accuracy, completeness, and manufacturability
Verify order specifications align with engineering drawings, material requirements, and applicable standards (e.g., ASTM, SAE, ISO)
Identify and communicate discrepancies or conflicts between customer requirements and production capabilities
Coordinate with Sales and Engineering to resolve order clarifications prior to release
Create and maintain master routers that define the step-by-step manufacturing sequence for bolting products
Ensure routers accurately reflect all required operations, including threading, heat treatment, plating, and inspection checkpoints
Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to validate routing accuracy for new or modified part numbers
Update and revise routers as process changes are implemented or customer specifications are updated
Assist with the release and tracking of work orders through the ERP system in accordance with production schedules
Monitor open work orders for status, completeness, and on-time progression through the shop floor
Coordinate with production supervisors to address scheduling conflicts, capacity constraints, or material shortages
Ensure work order documentation (travelers, routers, inspection records) is complete and accurate at the time of release
Maintain accurate data within the ERP system, including item masters and routing records
Generate and distribute production reports, schedule status updates, and backlog analyses as required
Identify and escalate data integrity issues that could impact production planning or customer commitments
Serve as a communication bridge between Production Control, Sales, Engineering, Quality, and the shop floor
Participate in daily/weekly production meetings and provide status updates on order progress
Support customer service inquiries related to order status and delivery timelines