Production Control & Logistics Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Production Control & Logistics Manager

Department: Operations Managers

Location : Warminster, PA (preferred)

Accountability: This position reports to the Vice President of Operations

Summary: The Production Control & Logistics Manager is responsible for leading activities related to production planning, scheduling, material flow, inventory control, and inbound/outbound logistics within a manufacturing environment. This role ensures that customer demand is accurately translated into executable production plans, materials are available when needed, and product moves efficiently through the manufacturing process.

Key Responsibilities

Production Control and Planning

• Develop, maintain, and optimize the Master Production Schedule (MPS) based on sales forecasts, customer demand, capacity constraints, and material availability
• Monitor daily production outputs versus plan and adjust schedules as needed to meet customer requirements
• Lead capacity planning, load-leveling, and constraint management
• Work closely with operations to balance labor, machine availability, and prioritization

 

Materials and Inventory Management

• Ensure timely availability of raw materials, components, and subassemblies to support production schedules
• Develop and manage inventory strategies including safety stock, min/max levels, and inventory accuracy improvements
• Collaborate with purchasing to align supplier deliveries with production needs
• Identify root causes of material shortages and lead cross-functional corrective actions

Logistics and Data/Systems 

• Drive improvement within inbound logistics and outbound shipments

• Manage freight carriers, delivery schedules, and logistics cost optimization
• Ensure compliance with customer shipping requirements (e.g., labeling, packaging, EDI, ASN accuracy

• Utilize ERP/MRP systems for scheduling, materials planning, and inventory management

 

Engagement and Collaboration

• Partner with engineering, operations, purchasing and quality to support new product introductions, engineering changes, and demand fluctuations
• Lead discussions between customer service, sales, and production to finalize demand changes and delivery commitments

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 5–8+ years of experience in production planning, materials management, logistics, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or related field
• Fluency in Microsoft Office suite (Access, Excel, Word and Outlook)
• Strong experience with ERP/MRP systems (Microsoft Dynamics NAV/Business Central a plus)
• Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement mindset

Desired Skills/Abilities 

• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Experience with SIOP/S&OP processes
• Strong analytical, decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in data analysis and performance metric management
• APICS/ASCM certifications (CPIM or CSCP) a plus
• Must be able to lift/move up to 30lbs, as well as long periods of sitting, walking and standing
• Ability to travel up to 15% within a calendar year
• Visual requirements include close vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to focus

Company Details

Havis is at the forefront of revolutionizing industries by unlocking the full potential of technology to drive productivity and enhance safety through innovative mobility solutions. We take pride in being the trusted partner of choice for technology providers, enabling them to move business forward in a wide range of industries, such as Retail & Hospitality, Public Safety, Energy & Utilities, Warehouse & Distribution, Field Operations, Transportation & Logistics, Healthcare, and Military Defense.

 

Havis designs and manufactures market-leading Computing, Mounting, Power, and Transport Solutions. Our engineering and product development centers serve as the backbone of our commitment to excellence. With a team of highly-skilled engineers who have a deep understanding of design, manufacturing processes, and cutting-edge technologies, Havis consistently delivers products that set our market and industry standards and exceed customer expectations. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities complement our engineering capabilities, allowing us to bring our design concepts to life with precision and efficiency. Our focus on quality and rigorous testing protocols ensures that our products are built to withstand the demands of real-world applications.

 

We are a dynamic and customer-focused company that continuously strives to meet and exceed the evolving needs of our valued customers. We firmly believe that collaboration lies at the heart of successful partnerships, and we actively engage with our clients to understand their unique requirements, challenges, and goals. By fostering open lines of communication, we work together to develop innovative solutions that drive safety, productivity, and, ultimately, customer satisfaction. Havis collaborates with partners and customers to provide product information, installation support, updates on industry testing and validation requirements to solve diverse challenges in the field.

 

Havis, Inc. - Website:

• Headquartered in Warminster, PA 
• ISO 9001 and 14001 Certified - Quality Management System 
• Fast growing company in a niche, growing marketplace