Production Control Specialist

Position Summary The Production Control Specialist is responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing production schedules to ensure the efficient flow of materials and manufacturing operations. The role coordinates closely with production, planning, procurement, quality and warehouse teams to balance customer demands, inventory levels, machine capacity, and labor resources. In a rubber manufacturing environment, the specialist monitors production performance, adjusts schedules to address changing priorities, minimizes downtime, and ensures on-time delivery while supporting safety, quality and operational efficiency goals. Responsibilities Manages all division inventory records and tracking of materials. Writes production schedules based on customer orders and line capacity. Determines and oversees production and shipment goals. Communicates and coordinates with logistics and procurement when inventory levels drop below production needs. Adheres to the inventory reduction program by evaluating inventory levels to prevent and identify excess. Utilizes schedules developed by Division Production Control Manager and/or the Material Planning Manager to track sequence and lead times of manufacturing operations. Performs required system transactions to support receipt, storage, and transfer of material. Qualifications Minimum of 2-4 years experience in inventory and production control and/or 4‑year college degree in business, engineering, or materials management required; certification in supply chain management preferred. Analytical and technical skills to understand business practices and recommend automation opportunities. Advanced computer skills and understanding of electronic processing. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interfaces with all internal and external contacts. Innovator who embraces lean enterprise principles and practices. Pay & Work Schedule This position is a salary exempt 1st shift role. Typically, hours are 7 am‑4 pm but may require additional hours when necessary. Benefits Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Supplemental Coverage for Critical illness/Accident/Hospital/Life Gym Membership Reimbursement 401(k) with Roth Option & Retirement Income Account Combined PTO for sick, personal and vacation (Home and Work balance) Paid Holidays Annual Cash Incentive Social Responsibility Options Engaged and Empowered Teams Career Development Education Reimbursement Program Equal Employment Opportunity Parker is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative‑action employer. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. U.S. citizenship and lawful permanent residency or other appropriate status are required for certain positions. Drug‑Free Workplace All applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment. Background checks are required. #J-18808-Ljbffr