Production Control Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description
Position Summary
Standard Iron has been a leader in contract manufacturing for over 90 years, delivering quality products and innovative solutions to customers across a variety of industries. We are committed to our Core Values of Commitment To Our People, To Our Customers & To Action

We are currently seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Production Control Supervisor to join our team. This position is responsible for coordinating production activities, monitoring schedules and material availability, maintaining accurate production and inventory information, and supporting the timely flow of work through the manufacturing process. The Production Control Supervisor works closely with Customer Service, Production, Purchasing, Shipping, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Plant Management to ensure production priorities, materials, and information are aligned to meet customer delivery requirements.

This position plays an important role in identifying production delays, inventory discrepancies, material shortages, and scheduling concerns while maintaining accurate ERP transactions and supporting continuous improvement throughout the plant.

Pay Range: $66,/year (Starting rate commensurate with experience)

First Shift

Monday – Thursday 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate production schedules and priorities with Customer Service and Production.
• Monitor production progress and identify delays, bottlenecks, and schedule risks.
• Coordinate material availability and work-in-process to support production schedules.
• Communicate production priorities, delays, material shortages, and schedule changes.
• Participate in DVM meetings and communicate required actions.
• Monitor job variances and assist with investigating production and material issues.

Inventory & ERP Control

• Maintain accurate raw material, WIP, and finished goods inventory.
• Perform cycle counts and investigate inventory discrepancies.
• Process purchase orders, requisitions, receiving, and inventory transactions in the ERP system.
• Close completed production jobs and investigate negative inventory and transaction errors.
• Monitor inventory movement and identify opportunities to improve accuracy and material flow.

Reporting & Data Analysis

• Generate and review production, inventory, transaction, and job variance reports.
• Analyze data to identify trends, discrepancies, production risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain accurate production and inventory records.
• Follow up on system and transaction errors to ensure timely correction.

Communication & Documentation

• Maintain production notes, schedules, and required documentation.
• Communicate effectively with Production, Customer Service, Purchasing, Shipping, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Plant Management.
• Provide timely updates regarding production delays, material concerns, inventory discrepancies, and customer delivery risks.

Continuous Improvement & Safety

• Identify opportunities to improve production flow, inventory accuracy, scheduling, and efficiency.
• Assist with identifying root causes and resolving recurring production issues.
• Follow and promote company safety, quality, and operational requirements.

Key Performance Expectations

• On-time delivery and customer satisfaction
• Production schedule attainment
• Accurate inventory and ERP transactions
• Effective material flow
• Reduction of production delays and inventory errors
• Accurate reporting and data
• Continuous improvement of plant processes
• Effective communication between departments

Qualifications

• 2- or 4-year degree in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, business, or related field; equivalent manufacturing experience may be considered.
• Manufacturing experience , particularly in metal…