Production Control Specialist

Job Title: Production Control Specialist / QualityJob Description

This hands-on Production Control Specialist / Quality role supports daily manufacturing operations by ensuring accurate inventory control, consistent product quality, and efficient material flow throughout the facility. You will monitor production activities, coordinate logistics, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to meet safety, quality, and productivity goals while contributing to a growing operation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and support daily production activities to achieve safety, quality, and productivity goals.

• Perform quality inspections and verify that products meet customer and internal company standards.

• Coordinate shipping, receiving, and inventory control activities to keep materials and finished goods moving efficiently.

• Maintain accurate inventory records and assist with regular cycle counts to ensure inventory accuracy.

• Support material movement and ensure timely delivery of components and materials to production lines.

• Work closely with Production, Purchasing, and Warehouse teams to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve operational issues.

• Investigate quality concerns, determine root causes, and help implement effective corrective actions.

• Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and company procedures in daily activities.

• Use data entry and documentation practices to accurately record inventory transactions and quality results.

• Support dispatch, freight coordination, and logistics activities as needed to meet customer and production requirements.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of experience in manufacturing, quality, production control, or inventory-related roles.

• Hands-on experience with supply chain, logistics, or inventory operations.

• Experience with inventory systems, inventory control, and cycle counting.

• Experience performing quality inspections in a manufacturing environment.

• Strong attention to detail and proven problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Excel.

• Comfort with data entry and maintaining accurate records.

• Ability to collaborate with production, purchasing, warehouse, and logistics teams.

• Familiarity with shipping and receiving processes and warehouse management.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems is a plus.

• Background in customer service related to logistics, inventory, or order fulfillment is beneficial.

• Experience with warehouse management and dispatch operations is advantageous.

• Exposure to freight coordination and logistics planning is helpful.

• Interest in career advancement and skill development within manufacturing and production control.

Work Environment

This role supports both office and manufacturing environments, with regular walking on the production floor to monitor operations and support material and quality activities. There are two open positions on a first shift schedule, typically 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with multiple scheduling options and overtime opportunities available. The facility is expanding following a significant new customer win, offering stability, growth, and the chance to contribute to an evolving operation. You will work in a collaborative setting with strong teamwork and supportive leadership, using inventory systems, Microsoft Office tools, and warehouse management practices to support daily production and logistics. The environment emphasizes safety, adherence to company procedures, and continuous improvement, while providing benefits such as health coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, bonuses, and opportunities for career development.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Georgetown, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $32.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Georgetown,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.