Production Control Office Specialist

 I.    General Summary

      Responsible for ordering parts for the plant. Responsible for minimum and maximum inventory levels within the plant.  Pulls customer’s orders off of

      I-Supplier and processes them through Oracle.  Responsibility includes packaging and logistics functions of the Production Control department.  Ensure

      customer requirements and manufacturing needs are met through Toyota Production System philosophy.

      A.  Orders production parts for manufacturing.

      B.  Processes EDI orders for designated customers or suppliers.

      C.  Monitors on hand inventory through cycle counts and makes adjustments when needed.

      D.  Monitors inventory variances through Oracle and makes adjustments when needed.

      E.  Processes returns and supplemental orders through Oracle.

      F.   Responsible for packaging for new and current programs. Inputs packaging specifications into designated system.

      G.  Inputs daily supplier conformance into the Supplier Performance Portal through Oracle.

      A.  Communicate and coordinate packaging changes between ordering group and suppliers.

      B.  Create and manage packaging development schedule.

      C.  Obtain correct PPF’s from suppliers for all existing and new programs.

      D.  Evaluate all PPF’s for cube efficiency to maximize utilization of containers.

      E.   Calculate appropriate quantity of packaging for each part at beginning of program and throughout life of program as changes occur. (ie. delivery

             frequency, quantity per container, etc.)

      F.    Coordinate and conduct container audits to verify appropriate level of packaging for each part between supplier and plant.

      G.  Periodic audit of supplier packaging used compared to PPFs for each part.

      H.  Audit empty container returns to ensure process is in place to return containers to the correct supplier.

      I.    Coordinate design and procurement of customer packaging with customer.

      J.   Maintain packaging information in sedai file to ensure data matches actual packaging from customer.

      K.  Audit supplier packaging in plant to recommend and implement kaizen ideas.

      A.  Understand plant constraints in order to provide information to 3PL for logistics design (space, frequency, internal parts flow, dock schedule, etc.)

      B.  Evaluate that logistics designs from 3PL meet plant requirements (Cost, efficiency, dock schedule, etc.)

      C.  Participate in weekly logistics kaizen meetings recommending changes to improve efficiency.

      D. Coordinate delivery frequency changes with ordering group and suppliers.

      E.  Coordinate any information needed to support a transportation claim and send to 3PL.

      F.   Maintain logistics information in sedai file matches current logistics plan.

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, Manufacturing or related field required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Greater than 4 years of Production Control experience in a manufacturing facility required.
• Automotive environment preferred.
• Experience with Toyota launch systems and requirements preferred.
• Previous exposure to a multicultural office environment preferred.

• Basic shop math ability required (i.e., addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Understanding of conceptual math (i.e., basic geometry, charts and graphs) required.
• Understanding of elementary statistical concepts (i.e., standard deviation, variance, etc.).
• Ability to design and evaluate design of packaging to protect various part characteristics to ensure quality delivery of parts in the most efficient manner from supplier to production line.
• Understand various modes of transportation and their benefits.
• General understanding of Toyota Production System (TPS) is preferred.
• Good understanding of seat, welding, door, carpet, and headliner processes are a plus.
• Effective time management skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong organization and planning skills.
• Excellent critical thinking skills required.
• Hands-on, self-starter with a strong work ethic.
• Active listener with effective communication skills.
• Ability to perform responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural work environment.
• Ability to maintain records and files and prepare recaps and reports.
• Ability to maintain on call flexibility to control abnormal conditions.
• Ability to be flexible in a constantly changing production environment.
• Ability to communicate and work well with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to create excellent working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Must be able to work a fixed shift schedule, including daily or weekend overtime.
• Ability to multitask, manage adversity, and facilitate effective problem solving and resolution.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

• ERP System experience (Oracle preferred)
• Solid working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office and other computer-based applications (e.g., MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Lotus Notes/Outlook, Internet, etc.).
• Experience with MRP and EDI systems.

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