Production Controller

Abilene, TX

Full Time

Entry Level

Summary: The Production Controller supports daily production operations by assisting with scheduling, material flow, and communication between departments to ensure that work is completed on time and to quality standards. This is an entry-level role ideal for someone eager to develop their skills in production planning, organization, and process improvement within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Accountabilities:

Assist in maintaining daily production schedules and tracking progress.
Support material flow to production areas by coordinating with warehouse and purchasing teams.
Update production boards, trackers, and huddle boards with current data.
Communicate daily with supervisors and leads to address any delays or issues.
Assist with monitoring inventory levels and reporting shortages or discrepancies.
Support preparation of reports for production metrics such as output, delivery, and quality.
Help identify and report opportunities for process improvement.
Ensure adherence to company safety and quality standards in all tasks.
Other duties as assigned.

Attributes:

Have Humanity: The Production Controller fosters strong relationships with team members by communicating with empathy, patience, and respect.
Be Transparent: This role requires clear, honest communication about schedules, inventory levels, constraints, and risks.
Drive Innovation: The Production Controller continuously looks for smarter, more efficient ways to manage workflow, scheduling, and material movement.
Be Resilient: Production environments shift quickly. The Production Controller stays calm under pressure, adapts to unexpected changes, and works through constraints or last-minute priorities without losing focus.
Always Reliable: Accuracy, consistency, and dependability define this role.
Grit: The Production Controller tackles complex scheduling challenges, long-term projects, and continuous improvement efforts with determination.

Required Knowledge/Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent (some college or technical training preferred).
1+ year experience in manufacturing, production, or a similar environment preferred.
Basic computer skills, including familiarity with MS Office; ERP experience a plus.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
Commitment to teamwork and continuous improvement.
Have reliable attendance, be respectful and responsible at work.
Ability to demonstrate basic math skills and the ability to read a tape measure.
Experience and understanding of overhead cranes and forklifts and scissor lifts.

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