Production Control Specialist

Position Summary The Production Control Specialist participates in the development and refinement of production schedules. The Production Control Specialist directly tracks and analyzes new and ongoing orders, implementing production changes as required while balancing inventory quantities. The PCS works closely with procurement to maintain satisfactory levels of raw materials to meet production objectives. Scope / Supervision and Interaction Position may supervise others at the discretion of the division. Position will report to the Divisional Production Control Manager or Material Planning Manager and interact intra-divisionally with Logistics and Procurement Departments. Essential Functions Manages all division inventory relating to 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 consistently evaluating inventory levels to prevent and/or identify excess. Utilizing schedules developed by Division Production Control Manager and/or the Material Planning Manager, track sequence and lead times of manufacturing operations. Performs the required system transactions needed to support the receipt, storage and transferring of material. Qualifications Minimum of 2-4 years experience in inventory and production control. 4 year college degree in business, engineering, or materials management required with certification in supply chain management preferred. Possess analytical and technical skills required to understand business practices and recommend proper automation opportunities. Must have advanced computer skills and be able to understand of electronic processing. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contacts. Must be an innovator and embrace lean enterprises principles and practices. Competitive Compensation Pay Range: $63,700 to $106,200 annually. Participation in Annual Incentive Program. Benefits and Retirement Plans Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost. 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay. Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay. Career development and tuition reimbursement. Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you. Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates. Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays. Equal Employment Opportunity Parker is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. 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. However, U.S. Citizenship, permanent residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations. If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. #J-18808-Ljbffr Parker Hannifin