Production Controller

Sandvik•Hartland, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Controller will perform and ensure manufacturing planning and quality insurance of manufacturing specifications to meet shipping dates according to sales forecasts or customer orders. This role involves developing, maintaining, and executing daily and weekly production schedules, managing the production backlog, and coordinating with various departments to ensure on-time delivery. The Production Controller will also be responsible for maintaining accurate production data in ERP systems and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement in scheduling and operational processes.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
At least two years of experience in related disciplines including design drafting, production planning, or assembly work, required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong supervisory and leadership skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate
Ability to read and interpret blueprints to draft clear and detailed manufacturing procedures
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Nice To Haves

Associates or Bachelor's degree in related area preferred

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and execute daily and weekly production schedules aligned with customer demand and capacity
Balance production loads across work centers to optimize throughput and minimize bottlenecks
Release and prioritize work orders based on demand, material availability, and capacity constraints
Manage production backlog to support on-time delivery and lead-time commitments
Coordinate closely with sales, customer service, and supply chain to address order changes and priority shifts
Proactively identify risks to delivery commitments and recommend corrective actions
Serve as the primary liaison between production, purchasing, inventory, and logistics
Communicate schedule changes, constraints, and priorities to shop floor leadership
Support escalation and resolution of production issues impacting customer deliveries
Maintain accurate production data within the ERP systems (work orders, routings, schedules)
Monitor key operational KPIs including OTD, schedule adherence, WIP, and backlog
Support continuous improvement through data-driven analysis and reporting
Identify opportunities to improve scheduling effectiveness, flow, and lead times
Support standard work development and documentation related to production control processes
Participate in operational reviews and improvement initiatives