Production Control Specialist

Purpose:

The Production Control Specialist will coordinate the activities and processes pertaining to the change process as directed by the customers requirement. He/she will develop, control, and communicate past history and future anticipation of current part changes. Key Responsibilities include the following (other duties may be assigned as needed):

Shipping planning (SPO/Abroad Mando)

• Assure accurate and timely communication with external and internal customers. This is to be an effective combination of verbal, written, and computer based communication.
• Represent Mando in a positive manner through professional and courteous communication with customers.
• Plan and track all outgoing shipments to ensure timely delivery, and utilization of the designated and/or most cost effective method of shipment.
• Communicate and work with customers to resolve any delivery concerns in an urgent, prompt manner.
• Validate that all shipping related transactions and documents match actual shipping performance, and is completed both accurately and timely in order to meet internal and external expectations.
• Work closely with team to coordinate resources and prioritize tasks. This is to be accomplished with optimum utilization of resources while meeting customer needs and expectations.
• Ensure customer satisfaction through active promotion of Mando Quality Policy. Assure that all prescribed records and documents are properly completed and maintained. Review performance and provide corrective actions as appropriate.
• Control expenses associated with expedites and detention fees.
• Assist with production scheduling in order to optimize efficiencies from planning to final product.
• Proactively monitor AR issues, implement improvements, and collaborate with customers to resolve issues.

KPI Management

• Maintain Plant KPI (

Ex:

Productivity etc) data

• Analyze KPIs and Prepare improvement plan
• Prepare weekly and monthly report
• Report MCA KPIs to HQ and respond HQs request
• Interact with relevant teams to keep higher KPIs
• Planning and managing Capex, Expense, Headcount in Plant Inventory Management.
• Set up proper inventory level for each part
• Maintain 100% Inventory accuracy b/t actual and system(SAP, SCL)
• Analysis inventory movement in system
• Slow moving inventory managementEO / New Program management.
• Lead EO/4M changes with cross functional teams
• Minimize obsolescent inventory costEnvironmental, Health & Safety (EHS) ResponsibilitiesComply with all HL Mando EHS policies, procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations.

Support a safe working environment in brake and suspension manufacturing areas by following established safety rules and standard work practices.

Ensure proper use of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when entering production, warehouse, or shipping areas.(Steel Shoes and Protective eye wear)Identify, report, and assist in the resolution of unsafe conditions, near misses, incidents, or injuries in coordination with EHS and management.

Participate in required EHS training, safety meetings, audits, and emergency response drills.

Support EHS initiatives related to continuous improvement, risk reduction, ergonomics, and compliance with ISO/IATF and customer safety requirements.

Maintain accurate and timely EHS-related documentation and records as required for audits and compliance.

Human Resources (HR) ResponsibilitiesComply with all company HR policies, procedures, and code of conduct.

Support HR initiatives related to attendance, timekeeping, training compliance, and workplace standards.

Communicate professionally and respectfully with team members, supervisors, customers, and cross-functional departments.

Promote a positive, respectful, and inclusive work environment aligned with HL Mando values.

Participate in required HR training, including ethics, harassment prevention, and compliance training.

Maintain confidentiality of employee, customer, and company information at all times.

Support management and HR with documentation, reporting, and coordination as required within the scope of the position.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

4 Year University degree and/or comparable background of work related experience in facilitation.

Four (4) or more years of progressively responsible experience, including production control and use of production systemsPreferred bilingual due to communicate Mando Korea/China, and Data preparation and response in Korea. Bilingual (Korea / English)Must be able to identify and report nonconforming materials and processes.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Proficient in Creating Excel spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations, Word, ERP etcGood verbal and written communication skills.

Legal Requirements:

Must be at least 18 years of age due to federal labor law requirements.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Supervisory Responsibility:

None Working Conditions:

Frequent work in office and manufacturing floorFrequent exposure to noise, moving machinery, energized equipment, rare exposure to dust and chemicalsFrequent exposure to material flow, narrow aisles, rare exposure to uneven surfacesFrequent requirement of wearing PPE (safety shoes, eye protection, hearing protection)Constant requirement of using computer and office equipmentOccasional weekends/OT, rotating/on-call, rare travel required

Physical Requirements:

Frequent sitting, standing and walking, rare bending, twisting and reachingOccasional requirement of lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling up to 40 lbs.

Constant keyboarding, occasional gripping, pinching, tool use.

Constant Sensory demands: Vision (near/far, depth, color), hearing/speech, smell (as relevant to safety).Occasional need to work in warehouse environment subject to external temperatures.

Remote Work:

Not applicable onsite presence required

Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation for hourly positions is determined according to standardized wage table. Benefits package includes health, dental & vision insurance, life insurance and other supplemental benefits, 401(K) plan, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

HL Mando is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or disability status.