Production Control Manager

At King Electrical Mfg., we build smart, reliable, and efficient electric heaters with unparalleled user experience. We’re looking for people who enjoy working on a team and greet challenges with a “let’s figure it out” attitude.

The pay range is $95, per year and benefits include PTO, paid holidays, health insurance, and a 401k with up to 4% match.

• Oversee all Production Control department activities and drive improvements in the efficiency and accuracy of information and material flow to and from Coordinators.
• Coach, mentor, and train all direct reports. Promote talent, growth, and productivity through coaching and cross-training.
• Take accountability for your department and team; work to quickly resolve any challenges.
• Create or improve standard practices for identifying and raising the visibility of stalled (open/aging) MOs, process bottlenecks, and anticipated or real delays in production.
• Use 5 Why’s, A3s, and other Lean tools to identify opportunities for process improvement and see through to completion, including development, implementation, and revision of Standard Work.
• Conduct regular reviews of the Scheduling Workbook while providing scheduling advice to the Production Planning Team.
• Act as the Department Lead and Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the implementation of production-related software. (with support from the IT and Business Systems teams)
• Develop and maintain departmental KPI reporting to track production, efficiency, accuracy, quality, and other issues on a daily, monthly, quarterly, and/or annual basis.
• Interview, hire, train, and develop team members including regular employee performance reviews.
• Review timecards and paid time off requests on a daily basis.
• Create and manage performance improvement plans as needed.
• Promote best practices and lead by example.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment using 5S principals.
• Work safely. Follow all directions and procedures and enforce the use of appropriate PPE as needed.
• Demonstrate our core values:
  • Teamwork – Readily share knowledge and work together across teams/departments.
  • Collaboration – Pitch in wherever help is needed, share ideas, and Learn Together.
  • No Drama – Communicate clearly and professionally, even when you’re busy.

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or related field.
• At least 5 years’ experience in Production Control/Production Planning, including extensive knowledge of manufacturing requirements and planning processes.
• At least 2 years’ experience leading a team of 3 or more employees.
• At least 2 years’ experience utilizing and implementing Lean principles.
• 1 or more years of additional experience in a related field such as inventory, scheduling, or supply chain strongly preferred.
• 2 or more years of hands-on experience using ERP systems, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience and passion for motivating people, instilling accountability, and achieving results.
• Excellent customer service skills, with the ability to speak clearly and persuasively in both positive and negative situations. This position supports several internal teams and processes.
• Flexibility and willingness to pivot focus – this is a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to effectively delegate work to the team and promote emphasis on process discipline and data accuracy.
• Strong digital literacy in modern software/programs and proficiency in MS Office applications. Experience using Microsoft Dynamics GP as an ERP system is a major plus.
• Ability to use analytical skills, critical thinking, and intermediate mathematics to solve complex problems, properly create and analyze departmental data, and to better understand the business.
• Professional communication in fluent English is required to perform key aspects of the position including customer, vendor, and other business communications.
• Bonus points if you have an APICS/ASCM, Lean/Six Sigma or PMP certification.

• The full pay range for this position is $95,000 - $108,000. New hires pay is determined based on relevant experience, education, and training, as well…