Production Control Supervisor

Magna Exteriors Production Control Manager

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets. Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.

Job Responsibilities

General Job Duties:

• Lead continuous process improvement within Production Control while coordinating customer demand, supplier requirements, electronic data interchange (EDI), and production scheduling.
• Empower the team to identify inefficiencies, solve recurring problems, and sustain improvements that strengthen material flow, inventory accuracy, production reliability, and customer delivery.

Specific Job Duties:

• Review customer releases to identify changes in demand and keep scheduling priorities aligned.
• Coordinate customer claims through Nascote Sales Administration to support timely resolution.
• Partner across departments to coordinate production schedules, align priorities, and continuously improve scheduling processes to reduce disruptions and support customer delivery.
• Plan plant inventories and cycle counts, monitor inventory accuracy, and use discrepancy trends to identify root causes and improve inventory control processes.
• Build effective customer relationships through clear, timely communication.
• Build a culture of continuous process improvement by engaging direct reports in identifying waste, developing practical solutions, and improving work quality and productivity.
• Equip employees with the training and information they need to succeed, including updated requirements and improved work methods, so process changes are understood and sustained.
• Ensure direct reports follow all safety, quality, environmental, and BOS policies and procedures.
• Support employee development through coaching and counseling in accordance with company policies.
• Complete timely performance appraisals that provide clear feedback and direction for direct reports.
• Apply disciplinary action when necessary, ensuring fair and consistent treatment of employees.
• Maintain attendance records, approve time sheets, and manage vacation approvals.
• Provide hands-on technical support to resolve daily issues, identify underlying causes, and implement lasting process improvements that prevent recurrence.
• Identify skill-development needs and recommend training programs for assigned employees.
• Foster a healthy, positive, and safe work environment.
• Maintain an acceptable attendance record to support consistent department leadership.
• Use supplier delivery ratings and inventory control analysis to prioritize improvement opportunities, implement corrective actions, and verify results.
• Set up and monitor EDI requirements, and improve information-exchange processes to increase accuracy and reduce recurring errors and manual rework.
• Support new program launches by applying lessons learned and establishing effective Production Control processes that can be refined as production needs evolve.
• Lead department meetings to review process performance, capture employee improvement ideas, and track actions and results, ensuring meeting documentation is recorded and maintained.
• Lead or support Project Teams, Task Forces, Employee Activity groups, and Safety 8D Teams as required.
• Coordinate departmental staffing actions, including lateral moves, postings, layoffs, and recalls, as needed.
• Champion employee-driven cost-reduction and innovation ideas, turning improvement opportunities into practical changes with measurable results in efficiency, material flow, and delivery performance.
• Develop, document, and regularly refine department procedures to standardize effective work practices and sustain continuous process improvements.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills/Experience Required

Required – Five years of experience in production and inventory control. Required – Two years of supervisory experience. Required – Eight years of work experience. Strong problem-solving and math skills, with the ability to turn information into practical solutions. Good computer skills to support day-to-day Production Control responsibilities. A collaborative approach and effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and remain focused and effective in high-pressure situations. Ability to deliver clear, effective presentations to groups. Sound judgment and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality. Educational Requirements Required – B.S. degree in Materials Management. Preferred – Training in MRP and inventory control. In special circumstances, candidates with substantial manufacturing experience relevant to this role may be considered without the required education.

Physical Requirements Must meet the physical demands defined by current production requirements and the job function evaluation. Additional details are available in the job function evaluation in the Occupational Nurse's office. Work in an office environment with time spent in manufacturing areas, using required PPE and following standard safety precautions. May travel using public modes of transportation.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment: At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law. AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies. Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making. If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.