Production Control Manager

FIC America Corp. is a global tier I automotive components manufacturer centrally located in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago. We are actively recruiting for a Production Control Manager. Our manufacturing operation supports metal stamping, welding and mechanical assembly.

• Act as a liaison between customers and production to ensure the flow of materials, parts, and assemblies between or within departments
• Planning, preparing, issuing, and controlling production schedules and material requirements to ensure a controlled flow of approved materials timed to meet production requirements
• Forecasting production and customer demands
• Dealing with unique circumstances and special requests
• Problem solving in regards to shipping errors, material shortage, new project launches, and cancellation of orders
• Analyzing inventory usage, scrap, and shrinkage
• Develop long-term goals and strategies to meet business objectives for Hoshin
• Execute decisions based on business conditions in congruence with corporate vision
• Gather and analyze information from work sites to identify root causes in resolving business issues
• Employ 8-Step Problem Solving to resolve problems for continual improvement
• Direct and assign work schedules, assignments, tasks, and duties
• Train and develop employees to perform job duties according to company procedures and policies for safety and accuracy
• Prepare departmental reports and present them to executive management
• Collaborate with other Managers, Supervisors, Team Leaders, and team members in sharing information to address business needs
• Develop and implement standard work instructions

• Comply with FIC’s Safety policies and procedures
• Comply with TS 16949 and ISO 14001 procedures and standards
• Perform 5-S activities

• ERP experience required and implementation experience a plus
• Experience working within Tier 1 or Tier 2 supplier
• 8+ years of experience in production or inventory control is preferred
• Minimum of 2+ years in a management role
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Prior manufacturing industry experience
• Knowledgeable in Shipping, Receiving, Order Selection, and Logistics
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office/ERP
• Strong experience in production planning & scheduling
• Experience in managing both internal & external supply chain
• Strong project management, process development, and customer relations skill sets
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends on an as needed basis
• ISO/TS knowledge is preferred

$110,000 - $130,000 yearly based on qualifications and experience

• Medical plans offered through Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Delta Dental, and VSP Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and Transit FSA
• 401(k) – Company will match 50% of the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k)
• Basic Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability paid by employer
• Optional Supplemental Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (Employee Paid)
• Vacation, Holiday, and Personal Days Paid

Established in 1994 by Futaba Industrial Co., Ltd., we have been in Carol Stream, IL from the beginning and added an additional facility in Bloomingdale, IL. A Japanese owned manufacturer of stamped and welded products, supplying the automotive industry with performance auto parts, related to emissions, fuel, and exhaust.

FIC America Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. FIC America Corp. does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, age, national origin, handicap or disability, marital status, veteran status, citizenship status or any other attribute or characteristic protected by law.

We are unable to provide employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.