Job Summary CMWA is seeking a motivated, analytical, and customer-focused Production Control Specialist to support production planning, scheduling, inventory management, customer requirements, capacity and operational studies, and continuous improvement. The employee must think critically, solve problems, work independently after training, and use operational data to recommend effective actions. Responsibilities and Duties Disclaimer The statements below describe the general nature and level of work performed in this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Duties may be added or changed based on business needs.

• Develop and maintain production schedules that support customer demand and operating objectives.
• Monitor production performance and adjust schedules to support delivery commitments.
• Track inventory, material availability, and production progress using PLEX and Microsoft Excel.
• Coordinate priorities with Production, Purchasing, Logistics, Customer Service, Engineering, and Quality.
• Communicate schedule status, constraints, risks, and recovery actions to internal and external customers.
• Investigate shortages, interruptions, and production issues; analyze root causes and recommend practical solutions.
• Perform capacity studies, forecasting support, inventory analysis, and other operational studies.
• Identify and support improvements to scheduling accuracy, material flow, inventory control, productivity, and customer service.
• Participate in Kaizen, Lean, standard-work, and continuous-improvement activities.
• Support production launches, trials, schedule changes, reports, and other assigned Production Control activities.

Education and Training Bachelor's degree preferred in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Logistics, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education, specialized training, and relevant manufacturing experience may be considered. Practical Experience Required 1-3 years of relevant experience is preferred. Manufacturing, production planning, scheduling, supply chain, inventory control, operations, customer service, internship, or co-op experience is beneficial. Knowledge and Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, lookup functions, reporting, data validation, and analysis of large data sets.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong planning, organization, customer-service, and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate data, manage multiple priorities, and make sound decisions under changing conditions.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems, preferably PLEX or a similar manufacturing system, is preferred.
• Knowledge of production planning, inventory management, capacity planning, manufacturing operations, and Lean principles is preferred.

Instruction and Guidance Receives general direction from the Production Control Manager and works from company policies, procedures, customer requirements, production schedules, ERP data, and operating priorities. After orientation and training, the employee is expected to work independently, exercise sound judgment, identify risks, and escalate significant issues as appropriate. Decision-Making Responsibilities Evaluates production priorities, schedule adjustments, inventory availability, material shortages, capacity constraints, customer requirements, and process-improvement opportunities. Recommends practical actions and communicates significant risks to management and affected departments. Equipment and Systems CMWA will provide the computer, required software and system access, and other company-approved tools needed to perform the job. Primary systems and equipment include Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office applications, PLEX ERP, printers, scanners, telephones, and standard office equipment. Working Conditions Work is performed in office and manufacturing environments. Visits to production areas may involve manufacturing noise, moving equipment, and varying temperatures. Required personal protective equipment and all company safety rules must be followed. Core Attributes

• Thinks critically and solves problems independently.
• Uses data to support decisions and improvements.
• Communicates effectively with customers and internal teams.
• Organizes and prioritizes multiple activities.
• Constructively challenges existing processes and identifies improvement opportunities.
• Performs effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This is an onsite position, weekend work as needed.

Expected hours:

No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person