Job Title: Production Controller
Department: Production
Reports to: Managing Director
Classification: Non-Exempt
Location: Hartland, WI
Travel: None
Job Summary: The Production Controller will perform and ensure manufacturing planning and quality Insurance of manufacturing specifications to meet shipping dates according to sales forecasts or customer orders.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Production Planning & Scheduling
Develop, maintain, and execute daily and weekly production schedules aligned with customer demand and capacity
Balance production loads across work centers to optimize throughput and minimize bottlenecks
Release and prioritize work orders based on demand, material availability, and capacity constraints
Backlog & Order Management
Manage production backlog to support on-time delivery and lead-time commitments
Coordinate closely with sales, customer service, and supply chain to address order changes and priority shifts
Proactively identify risks to delivery commitments and recommend corrective actions
Cross-Functional Coordination
Serve as the primary liaison between production, purchasing, inventory, and logistics
Communicate schedule changes, constraints, and priorities to shop floor leadership
Support escalation and resolution of production issues impacting customer deliveries
System & Data Management
Maintain accurate production data within the ERP systems (work orders, routings, schedules)
Monitor key operational KPIs including OTD, schedule adherence, WIP, and backlog
Support continuous improvement through data-driven analysis and reporting
Continuous Improvement
Identify opportunities to improve scheduling effectiveness, flow, and lead times
Support standard work development and documentation related to production control processes
Participate in operational reviews and improvement initiatives
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent required; Associates or Bachelor's degree in related area preferred.
At least two years of experience in related disciplines including design drafting, production planning, or assembly work, required.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints to draft clear and detailed manufacturing procedures.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to frequently twist, turn, reach over shoulders, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, walk.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.