Production Controller
Core
Drive adherence to the commitment accepted plan for internal and external customers within a defined portfolio of products or manufacturing area, ensuring maintenance of MRP and supporting systems.
Role type
Production Controller (Supply Chain Planning & Control)
Builds
Production plans, delivery commitments, and inventory performance metrics for manufacturing operations.
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Supply Chain Planning
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Production scheduling, MRP system management, data analysis, exception management, ERP compliance, stakeholder liaison, risk mitigation, inventory control, short-term planning alignment
Preferred skills
Advanced Microsoft Excel (XLOOKUP, VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, Pivot Tables), data visualization, trend identification, report generation
Technologies
MRP systems, ERP systems, PI executive tools, SMWIP, RRPS
Responsibilities
Monitor machine-level production adherence and prioritize resource contention; Manage and maintain daily planning systems including inbound subcontractor commitments; Identify, mitigate, and escalate delivery issues impacting inventory performance; Interface with order controllers to identify material shortages or excesses; Realign short-term delivery plans with customer requirements; Manage exception messages and ERP compliance reviews; Support critical delivery reviews with updated plans and commitments; Coordinate logistics for part returns and inbound/outbound movements.
Seniority
Individual Contributor, operational level