Production Controller 

Job Title:

Production Controller Department:

Production Reports to:

Managing Director Classification:

Non-Exempt Location:

Hartland, WI Travel:

None Job Summary:

The Production Controller will perform and ensure manufacturing planning and quality Insurance of manufacturing specifications to meet shipping dates according to sales forecasts or customer orders. Supervisory Responsibilities None Production Planning & Scheduling Develop, maintain, and execute daily and weekly production schedules aligned with customer demand and capacity Balance production loads across work centers to optimize throughput and minimize bottlenecks Release and prioritize work orders based on demand, material availability, and capacity constraints Backlog & Order Management Manage production backlog to support on-time delivery and lead-time commitments Coordinate closely with sales, customer service, and supply chain to address order changes and priority shifts Proactively identify risks to delivery commitments and recommend corrective actions Cross-Functional Coordination Serve as the primary liaison between production, purchasing, inventory, and logistics Communicate schedule changes, constraints, and priorities to shop floor leadership Support escalation and resolution of production issues impacting customer deliveries System & Data Management Maintain accurate production data within the ERP systems (work orders, routings, schedules) Monitor key operational KPIs including OTD, schedule adherence, WIP, and backlog Support continuous improvement through data-driven analysis and reporting Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities to improve scheduling effectiveness, flow, and lead times Support standard work development and documentation related to production control processes Participate in operational reviews and improvement initiatives

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent required; Associates or Bachelor's degree in related area preferred. At least two years of experience in related disciplines including design drafting, production planning, or assembly work, required.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong supervisory and leadership skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate. Ability to read and interpret blueprints to draft clear and detailed manufacturing procedures. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to frequently twist, turn, reach over shoulders, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, walk. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. When you join our global team you will find yourself inspired by the spirit of Sandvik and contribute to our purpose to advance the world through engineering. Sandvik is a global, high-tech engineering group providing solutions that enhance productivity, profitability and sustainability for the manufacturing, mining and infrastructure industries. Our offerings cover the entire customer value chain and are based on extensive investments in research and development, customer insights and deep knowledge of industrial processes and digital solutions In 2024 the Group had approximately 41,000 employees and revenues of about 123 billion SEK in about 150 countries within continuing operations. Sandvik at a glance