Production Control & Scheduler

Pyrotek • Aurora, OH

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About The Position

The Production Control & Scheduler is a key member of the manufacturing team, connecting production planning, purchasing, inventory, and customer service to keep operations on track. The role coordinates production schedules, materials, and resources; monitors progress; anticipates roadblocks; and works across departments to support customer commitments, production efficiency, and on-time delivery.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, plus relevant manufacturing or production-related experience.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment or in a related production planning, scheduling, materials, or operations role.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities, including the ability to interpret data, identify issues, and recommend solutions.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively with people across different departments.
• Proficiency with computer applications and the ability to learn and use business software systems.
• A consistent focus on accuracy, reliability, and meeting commitments.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with production control, production scheduling, material requirements planning (MRP), or inventory management.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, production capacity, and material flow.
• Experience using ERP or other business software systems to manage orders, inventory, and production information.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement practices and lean manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and maintain production schedules to support manufacturing priorities and customer delivery requirements.
• Work with internal teams and suppliers to ensure materials are available when needed and production resources are aligned with demand.
• Track open orders, review production status, and identify potential delays or capacity constraints before they affect delivery.
• Evaluate production data, investigate scheduling issues, interpret information, and recommend practical solutions.
• Partner with purchasing, production, customer service, and other stakeholders to communicate priorities, resolve issues, and maintain alignment.
• Help ensure material requirements are properly identified and inventory is available to meet production needs.
• Identify opportunities to improve scheduling accuracy, material flow, and operational efficiency while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide timely updates on production status, potential delays, and delivery commitments.

What This Job Offers

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