Production Control Specialist ( SAP/Manufacturing Scheduling)

Working in a team environment, the Production Control Specialist is responsible for establishing R&D schedules while working with operations to ensure both production and R&D parts are run and are delivered according to their MRP dates. Physical lifting requirements include; ability to lift 50 pounds (4 inches to 25 inches), capable of pushing or pulling a weight of 60 pounds, a grip strength of at least 50 pounds, and be able to reach above the shoulder (65 inches above floor level, minimum).

PRODUCTION CONTROL SPECIALISTJob Type: Contract ( 1 year with potential of hire) Pay: $30-$33.00 OPPORTUNITY:Our client has engaged Qualified in locating a Production control Specialist to join their team. Working in a team environment, the Production Control Specialist is responsible for establishing R&D schedules while working with operations to ensure both production and R&D parts are run and are delivered according to their MRP dates. This includes creating schedules using IMS and Excel. RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Collaborate with MEs and Specialists to ensure R&D jobs run according to schedule, providing support and guidance to maintain workflow.
• Review MRP release dates and R&D schedules daily to establish priorities for MEs and Specialists.
• Use SAP and Microsoft Excel to manage production orders, including releasing, issuing, receiving, and closing shop orders.
• Oversee and manage all physical material flow throughout the entirety of a parts production cycle.
• Compile, maintain, and present detailed reports on a weekly basis to management team on current state of the cell’s hardware production. 
• Proactively works to identify, escalate, and resolve manufacturing or supply chain issues that may impact performance to schedule. 
• Develop and distribute status schedules on expected completion dates for hardware being manufactured in assigned cells and supplied to partner cells. 
• Process Outside Process (OP) transactions, including preparing and delivering outbound material to shipping and returning inbound material from shipping to the manufacturing cell.  
• Process miscellaneous material transactions including location changes, scrap, cycle count adjustments, etc. 
• Manage all production order documentation to ensure accurate and efficient order processing. 
• Participate in the training and development of other Production Coordinators to promote the continuous quality improvement of manufacturing operations.
• Be responsible for and accountable for product safety and the quality of work, including, as a minimum, all elements defined in the Company’s Quality Policy. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A.A.S or equivalent training / certification
• At least 5 years of experience in manufacturing and production scheduling.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Physical lifting requirements include; ability to lift 50 pounds (4 inches to 25 inches), capable of pushing or pulling a weight of 60 pounds, a grip strength of at least 50 pounds, and be able to reach above the shoulder (65 inches above floor level, minimum)
• U.S. citizenship is required

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