Production Control Specialist

ID Technology•Marietta, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

ID Technology is looking for a Production Control Specialist to contribute to the success of the company by handling a wide range of supportive tasks including purchasing, job planning, and inventory control. This role involves purchasing routine raw materials, semi-finished goods, finished parts, supplies and/or equipment, ensuring that all quality, delivery and specification requirements are met at the lowest possible cost. The specialist will also be responsible for item creation and review, die and tooling ordering, creating job packets for the production floor, and accurately tracking inventory. Additionally, the role involves building relationships with vendors, gathering quotes, assisting the Production Manager with cost analysis and proposals for alternative sources, and job planning/scheduling label production work orders using Syteline ERP. The specialist will interface with various departments on material status and production planning, analyze sales order releases for material requirements, conduct cycle counts, and participate in continuous improvement projects. Collaboration with the accounting department for invoice reconciliation and providing administrative assistance are also key aspects of this position.

Requirements

Two or more years of experience in a similar role working in a manufacturing environment
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Effective interpersonal skills, along with excellent oral and written communication skills
Working knowledge of personal computers and related software applications, including Microsoft Office Suite.
Self-motivated and has the ability to work in a team environment
Experience with Production and Purchasing

Nice To Haves

Experience with ERP systems preferred

Responsibilities

Purchase routine raw materials, semi-finished goods, finished parts, supplies and/or equipment, ensuring that all quality, delivery and specification requirements are met at the lowest possible cost
Item creation and item review
Die and tooling ordering
Creating Job Packets for the production floor
Be responsible for purchasing and accurately tracking stocks or widths inventory
Process the approved purchase requisitions – maintain and update active orders
Build relationships with new and existing vendors to reduce lead times, ensure on time delivery and initiate cost savings programs
Gather quotes from various vendors/suppliers on requested parts, equipment and/or supplies
Assist Production Manager in the measurement and reporting of cost increases, reductions and avoidances
Assist Production Manager in the evaluation and proposal of alternative sources, materials, and processes aimed at improving standardization, cost, productivity, quality and safety
Assist in job planning and scheduling label production work orders utilizing Syteline ERP
Interface with all value chain functions such as manufacturing, engineering, and customer service on material status, production planning, and scheduling issues
Be responsible for the analysis of sales order releases with respect to material requirements. Notify the manager of any material shortages
Conduct cycle-counts to maintain accurate inventory.
Complete jobs in Sytline ERP, review the amount of material utilized, and verify inventory.
Participate in continuous improvement projects that reduce costs, improve efficiency, and increase overall customer satisfaction through the materials group
Work with the accounting department to reconcile any irregularities in purchase orders and invoices
Provide administrative assistance as needed, such as scheduling meetings, answering phones, general clerical work, monitoring inventory, and ordering office supplies
Perform additional duties and assignments as directed by management