Production Control Analyst

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

To effectively plan, monitor, and control manufacturing parts required to meet the Master Production Schedule.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Works directly with Production Management and Program Managers to assist with identifying and managing production shortages affecting the Master Production Schedule.
• Uses Bills of Material to prioritize manufacturing needs in accordance with the Master Production Schedule.
• Coordinates tasking for Associate Production Control Analysts.
• Provides feedback to the Master Scheduler to prioritize and balance workloads.
• In conjunction with departmental supervisors, ensures open issues are resolved promptly.
• Participates in production status meetings to monitor progress and take appropriate corrective actions.
• Identify purchased and manufactured materials to maintain schedule requirements.
• Recommend continuous improvements.
• Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.
• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors.
• Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.
• Ability to adhere to workplace rules.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• AA/AS from a two-year college/university preferred but not required.
• 2 to 5 years of production control experience preferred.
• 3 to 5 years of production experience preferred.
• Proficient in the use of MS Word and Excel.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Office environment.
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones).
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to follow standard precautions using personal protection equipment as required.