Production Control Specialist

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Position Summary

This position will direct and perform various Production Control duties. The Production Control Specialist will work in conjunction with the Production Control Manager, Sales and Engineering teams to execute monthly and quarterly sales planes for the Operation. Involved with a wide range of functional areas within the operation. Position reports to Production Control Manager.

Essential Functions:

• Maintain Production Control and Inventory Management systems that ensure on-time delivery at a cost-effective level of inventory.
• Plans, schedules, and communicates monthly and quarterly sales forecast.
• Directs effective and timely communications of material issues to keep the production and engineering community well informed of plans, concerns, and status.
• Coordinates activities of Production Control Specialist in maintaining daily productions requirements to the forecast.
• Supports an environment conducive to successful team interaction.
• Participates in the implementation and coordination of the annual physical inventory in conjunction with the finance organization.
• Supports continuous process improvement in material control by maintaining and monitoring associated metrics.
• Resolves complex problems that have immediate and long-term implications by partnering with internal and external customers.
• Coordinate daily workflow through the shipping/receiving dock.
• Provide shift to shift communication and positive work atmosphere.
• Maintain labor and truck schedules while creating smooth daily operations.
• Schedule/prioritize and expedite outside services.
• Coordinate shipping and trucking companies and prepare shipment paperwork, including Customs documentation.
• Oversee and perform as needed daily ship clerk responsibilities.
• Responsible for scheduling work hours/vacations, tracking attendance, approving timecards on weekly basis, as well as handling reviews for employees.

Required Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Experience in Manufacturing Industry.
• Strong Leadership skills.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with production planning systems.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related software.

Desired Skills:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to work independently as well as in group/team settings.
• Ability to present information and data in an understandable and logical manner.
• Ability to document, plan, and execute programs.

Experience & Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics or Engineering Technology.
• 3-5 years' experience in production planning/scheduling preferably in a lead role.

Physical Demands:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship

Visit us at www.precast.com