Production Control Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY

Manage production schedule for the entire plant, based on standard times provided by each department. Track incoming shipments from Japan (via Ocean or Air) and ensure parts arrive in time for use. Assign necessary paperwork to jobs for tracking purposes (travelers, parts pick lists, assembly checkbooks, etc.) Notify the Traffic Department when a machine has been completed to assist in scheduling a pickup.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Support Production in all operational aspects of assigned machine models.
• Provide documentation for plant to track things such as lot, serial number, and specification materials.
• Assist in identifying and resolving inventory discrepancies to ensure the accuracy of the Materials Requirement Plan.
• Document and communicate purchase orders or purchase order changes to Japanese suppliers.
• Be aware and communicate significant supplier situations that may impact objectives and supply.
• Participate in company initiatives and contribute to continuous process improvements.
• Assist in inventory counts to ensure system data matches what is out on the floor.
• Communicate quality issues to suppliers and coordinate resolutions of the issues with suppliers.
• Enter data into the system with 100% accuracy and zero errors when updating the production schedule.
• Working in the office, 5 days a week, no option for remote work.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepare special reports as needed.
• Maintain files and records.
• Walk the manufacturing floor on occasion.
• Ability to work with different members of the supervisory/ managerial staff.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

• Production Control Manager
• Executive General Manager

DIRECT REPORTS:

• None

KNOWLEDGE

• Minimum 2 years production control/scheduling experience.

• SKILLS

• Computer knowledge (MS Excel proficiency. MS Word.)
• Good communication skills (verbal & written), and detailed-oriented.
• Knowledge of MRP, Kanban. ISO 9001 and Infor experience is a PLUS.
• Bilingual in Japanese is a PLUS.

MENTAL:

• Ability to work harmoniously with others.
• Ability to accept and follow instructions.
• Ability to work unsupervised at times.
• Ability to work with different personality types

TRAVEL:

• None

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Lifting up to 10 pounds unassisted everyday.