Production Control Specialist

Danner Corporation•Pacific, WA

About The Position

The Production Control Specialist II is responsible for reviewing and updating production schedules to meet customer demands, investigating production delays, and assists in the determination of resources necessary to meet on-time delivery. Acting as a liaison between production departments, the Production Control Specialist II communicates status of parts, materials, sub-assemblies, and tools on a daily basis, focusing on priority items, and relaying pertinent information to keep department supervisors apprised of production changes.

Requirements

U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum 3 years of related experience in scheduling, expediting, distribution, supply chain and/or inventory management in a manufacturing or production environment (aerospace preferred)
Collect data, synthesize complex information, and use experience to complement data
Understand work flows and procedures
Ability to solve practical problems and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Maintain a working knowledge of interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, projects and specifications
Knowledgeable in integrated manufacturing software programs, Microsoft Word, and Excel
Strong organizational skills; ability to plan and handle multiple projects at a time
Adaptable to changes in the work environment; ability to deal with frequent changes, delays, and unexpected events
Communicate clearly and diplomatically in all situations; listen intently to others; seek clarification
Ability to work under pressure; manage competing demands; maintain composure and professionalism at all times
Exhibit objectivity and openness to others' views; provide and welcome feedback with a positive attitude
Willingness and ability to change approach or method to best fit specific situations
Ability to connect with others, building morale and fulfilling group commitments to achieve goals and objectives
Prioritize and plan work activities; use time efficiently
Team player with a positive and respectful attitude; strong sense of self‐motivation, accountability, and responsibility

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Industrial Distribution, Supply Chain Management or similar field preferred
Minimum 3 years of related experience in scheduling, expediting, distribution, supply chain and/or inventory management in a manufacturing or production environment (aerospace preferred)

Responsibilities

Assist in production planning to ensure efficient operations
Identify production issues and recommend solutions
Perform root causes analysis and develop strategies to avoid downtime and delay; assist in corrective actions
Perform inventory management and report on warehouse status
Update production schedules to accommodate priority objectives in a cost-effective and timely manner
Inquire about manufacturing delays and request additional resources to achieve on-time delivery as needed
Communicate production status updates regularly in person, on phone, and/or electronically
Utilize company ERP and SharePoint systems to monitor production and track parts and materials
Help validate lead times and recommend changes
Assist in budget analysis and preparation
Develop process improvements to maximize workflow efficiency
May participate in Six Sigma projects to help reduce waste, improve efficiency, and decrease cost
Generate production-related reports as requested
Other duties as assigned