Production Control Manager

We are continuing to grow! We are currently accepting applications for an upcoming Production Control Manager position at our Renton location.

Production Control Manager

Location(s): Renton, WA

Job Type: Full-time – Exempt

Benefits

Medical (free employee-only coverage and low-cost options available)

Dental, Vision, Prescription

Life and AD&D Insurance

Company-sponsored 401(k) with Employer Match

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

8 Paid Holidays plus closed (with pay) for a week during the winter break!

15 days per year accrued Vacation/Sick time. Accrued time is available to use immediately!

Annual Salary: $140,000 - $175,000

Position

The Production Control Manager directs and coordinates production scheduling, production control, material planning, and financial forecasting services or activities to limit costs and improve accuracy and customer service. Examines existing procedures or opportunities for streamlining activities to meet product distribution needs. Directs the movement, storage, or processing of inventory.

Production Control Manager will:

• Establish and supervise production scheduling activities by monitoring material inventories, tracking the progress of production, and reviewing factors that affect schedules.
• Develops the overall master schedule, prioritizing manufacturing operations based on customer need and operational efficiencies.
• Optimize the use of the MRP system for increased efficiency across multiple levels of organization.
• Coordinate and work closely with Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality, Engineering, and Customer Programs to ensure on-time delivery by establishing and monitoring schedules to identify and address any issues proactively.
• Direct interface with sales regarding deliveries and schedule changes. Provide sales with status and updates as requested.
• Create, update, and monitor available capacity against required capacity for all capital equipment.
• Work with production management and upper management to resolve capacity issues.
• Determine optimal inventory levels that balance cost and customer service, and increase inventory turns.
• Continuously monitor inventory to minimize excess and obsolete items, and collaborate with purchasing, finance, and customer programs to mitigate their effects.
• Establish and implement methods and best practices related to the systems and processes that support inventory forecasting, purchasing, and material control. This includes developing and managing KPIs for the supply chain, scheduling, and delivery.
• Monitor and measure new product launches to schedule.
• Provide input on new designs to limit cost and streamline manufacturability.
• Write documentation required for successfully manufacturing at scale, such as work instructions, quality plans, inspection requirements, etc.
• Collaborate with material suppliers across various disciplines (prepreg, additives, core materials, and metallic manufacturing) to develop repeatable and sustainable processes for both quick-turn development and at-scale production.
• Organized and able to manage multiple changing priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Knowledge and understanding of best practices and technology trends in the supply chain field, including lean methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive knowledge of best practices and technology trends in supply chain, including lean methodologies.
• Understanding of manufacturing requirements, planning, and computerized materials control programs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively with individuals and/or teams.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to train and mentor team members.
• Working knowledge of MRP, inventory management, and bills of material (experience with Epicor ERP system a plus, but not required).

Education:

A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.

Preferred Experience:

Five or more years of progressive experience in production planning, including the management of professional employees.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, or Additional Eligibility Qualifications

APICS certification strongly desired.

About Us

For over 30 years, SEKISUI Aerospace has been designing, testing, and manufacturing composite products for the aerospace industry. With complete customer satisfaction as our focus and through the relentless efforts of our skilled employees, SEKISUI Aerospace has achieved and continues to maintain an unequaled level of performance.

Our consistent delivery of high-quality products demonstrates our intent, integrity, and dedication to our customers and to our reputation as a manufacturer. We will continue to insert intelligent automation into our manufacturing facilities, which will continue to drive the future of flight well into the next century.

Learn more about us here: https://www.sekisuiaerospace.com/about

View all our job postings here: https://www.sekisuiaerospace.com/careers

Pre-Employment Drug and Background Screenings

SEKISUI Aerospace is a Drug-Free workplace. Pre-employment drug screen required.

Any applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to a background screening.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SEKISUI Aerospace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

People with Disabilities

SEKISUI Aerospace is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the human resources department at the appropriate SEKISUI Aerospace manufacturing site.

Please call if you need an accommodation:

Renton Operations, Corporate Headquarters: 425-235-2750

Sumner Operations: 253-863-7868

E-Verify Statement

SEKISUI Aerospace is a federal contractor and is required to participate in the federal government’s E-Verify program. E-Verify allows us to confirm the employment authorization of newly hired employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. With respect to new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with a new hire’s completion of the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification within three days of starting employment. For information regarding E-Verify, visit the E-Verify site.

Export Control Requirements

This position must meet (ITAR) export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Pay

SEKISUI Aerospace is required by Washington law to include the salary range for this role when hiring a Washington resident. Pay ranges may be higher or lower for non-resident WA employees, based on the market data for their region, allowing us to pay employees competitively in different geographic markets.

Please note that the base salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Base salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Our Values

The employees of SEKISUI Aerospace enjoy what we do and are dedicated to our seven corporate values. We promise to hold ourselves to these high standards and seek co-workers who are willing to join us in this task.