Production Control Specialist

RTX • Andover, MA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.
Raytheon has an opportunity for Production Control Specialist, in the Andover, MA, Mission Components work center. The successful candidate will work very closely with external suppliers as well with internal customers including material program managers, programs, manufacturing, planning, engineering and mission assurance /quality. We value different skills and experience, so don't hold back. Your qualifications could add tremendous value to our team. If you're passionate about what you could accomplish here, we'd love to hear from you.
What You Will Do
Plans and prepares manufacturing production schedules, assesses changes and improves processes as necessary. Source, evaluate, and select suppliers based on price, quality, delivery performance, and reliability
Coordinates interdepartmental activity with quality assurance, manufacturing, purchasing, engineering, inventory control, traffic, and other groups.
Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms to achieve cost savings and value
Create and manage purchase orders in accordance with demand forecasts and inventory levels
Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues related to delivery, quality, or pricing
Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., operations, finance, engineering, merchandising) to understand purchasing needs
Maintain accurate purchasing records, contracts, and supplier documentation
Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and applicable regulations
Support inventory management by balancing availability with cost control
Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reduction initiatives
This will be an onsite role in our Andover, MA facility

Requirements

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advance Degree in a related field.
• Experience to include planning, scheduling, production control, supply chain, manufacturing, operations, finance, project management or a related field.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

• Experience utilizing lean manufacturing concepts with a proven track record of lean or six sigma project implementations.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency in ERP or purchasing systems and Microsoft Excel

Responsibilities

• Plans and prepares manufacturing production schedules, assesses changes and improves processes as necessary.
• Source, evaluate, and select suppliers based on price, quality, delivery performance, and reliability
• Coordinates interdepartmental activity with quality assurance, manufacturing, purchasing, engineering, inventory control, traffic, and other groups.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms to achieve cost savings and value
• Create and manage purchase orders in accordance with demand forecasts and inventory levels
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues related to delivery, quality, or pricing
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., operations, finance, engineering, merchandising) to understand purchasing needs
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, contracts, and supplier documentation
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and applicable regulations
• Support inventory management by balancing availability with cost control
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reduction initiatives

Benefits

• Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
• Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees