Production Control Associate

The Production Control Associate is responsible for coordinating daily production control activities within the warehouse to ensure accurate material flow, inventory integrity, and on-time support of manufacturing operations. This role bridges Production, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, and Logistics to ensure materials are available, properly staged, and aligned with the production schedule. Production Control Associate will work with production control associates to drive execution of material planning, transaction accuracy, cycle counting, and line-side replenishment processes.

• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of materials to the production line in alignment with the build schedule
• Execute safe rigging and lifting operations for large, heavy, or complex components (e.g., panels, floor stacks, structural assemblies)
• Inspect and utilize rigging equipment (slings, shackles, spreader bars, lifting beams) in accordance with safety standards
• Coordinate with operators and spotters to safely move materials across work zones
• Monitor and manage material availability to prevent line stoppages or shortages
• Support kitting, staging, and line replenishment activities

• Execute cycle counts and inventory audits to maintain high levels of accuracy
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, identifying root causes and corrective actions
• Maintain alignment between physical inventory and system records (ERP/WMS)

• Perform and validate system transactions including receipts, transfers, consumption, and adjustments
• Ensure all material movements are properly recorded in real time
• Conduct transaction audits and enforce adherence to standard operating procedures

• Support inbound receiving processes, ensuring accurate count, quality verification, and system entry
• Coordinate proper putaway and bin location accuracy

• Identify process gaps impacting material flow, rigging safety, inventory accuracy, or efficiency
• Participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (5S, Lean, process standardization, rigging best practices)

• Partner with Production, Logistics, Supply Chain, and Quality teams to resolve issues quickly
• Communicate material risks, rigging constraints, shortages, and operational blockers proactively

• Execute all rigging and material handling activities in compliance with safety standards and procedures
• Perform pre- and post-use inspections of rigging equipment (Go/No-Go criteria)
• Ensure proper load balancing, securement, and lifting techniques are followed
• Maintain organized, clean, and audit-ready work areas (5S standards)
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• 3–5+ years of experience in warehouse operations, production control, or materials.
• Experience in a logistics and warehousing environment (high-mix, high-volume preferred).
• Strong ERP/MRP system experience.
• Working knowledge of inventory control principles and material planning.

• Lean Manufacturing training or certification.
• Understanding of takt-based production systems.
• Forklift certification (if applicable).