Responsible for assisting with all functions of the Production Control department.  Support activities related to production scheduling, part forecasting, kanban inventory management system, and planning. Direct responsibilities include weekly parts order, cycle counts, support creation of weekly freight delivery schedules, part expediting/delivery and support the creation of Purchase Requisitions, Purchase Orders and keying of Daily Scrap tags (as needed).

1. Communicate with suppliers regarding goods and services for current and new models.
2. Support activities related to product launch, model changes and ECI/ECN implementation activities.
3. Manage supplier kanban system.
4. Support shipping and receiving activities (as needed.)
5. Complete requisitions for appropriate approvals and account numbers.
6. Work closely with Production Control department team members to ensure supplies and parts arrive as planned.
7. Trace (expedite) delinquent arrivals for all supplier purchase orders and/or part ordering manifests.
8. Mitigate expedite shipments to limit company exposure and impact to annual profit plan.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field required; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

 Experience:

• Greater than 4 years of Production Control experience in a manufacturing facility required. Automotive environment preferred. Tier 1 experience a plus.
• Experienced in working with MRP, MES and parts ordering system and applications.
• Experience in Toyota or Mazda launch systems and requirements preferred.
• Previous exposure to a multicultural office environment preferred.

Personal/Technical Skills:

• Basic shop math ability required (i.e., addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Understanding of conceptual math (i.e., basic geometry, charts and graphs) required.
• Understanding of elementary statistical concepts (i.e., standard deviation, variance, etc.).
• Thorough understanding and working knowledge of automotive manufacturing plants and processes, company products/commodities, trade terminology, quality management and control systems and techniques, manufacturing processes, tooling and equipment, and machine operation.
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand engineering documents such as automotive drawings (component, assembly, and equipment), technical standards, design specifications, general tolerances, critical characteristics, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), Engineering Change Instructions (ECI), Prototype Parts Requests (PPR), and color instructions.
• General understanding of Toyota Production System (TPS) is preferred.
• Good understanding of seat assembly and welding processes a plus.
• Good presentation skills.
• Effective time management skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong organization and planning skills.
• Excellent critical thinking skills required.
• Good assertiveness and negotiation skills.
• Hands-on, self-starter with a strong work ethic.
• Active listener with effective communication skills.
• Ability to compile effective and concise visual reports.
• Ability to perform responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural work environment.
• Ability to maintain records and files and prepare recaps and reports.
• Ability to maintain on call flexibility to control abnormal conditions.
• Ability to be flexible in a constantly changing production environment.
• Ability to communicate and work well with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to create excellent working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Must be able to work a fixed or rotating shift schedule, including daily or weekend overtime.
• Ability to multitask, manage diversity, and facilitate effective problem solving and resolution.

Language Skills:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English. (Japanese or Spanish language skills a plus).

Computer/Software:

• Solid working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office and other computer-based applications (e.g., MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Lotus Notes/Outlook, Internet, etc.).
• Solid working knowledge of MRP (Oracle, SAP, etc.), Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and Parts Ordering Platforms.

Work Environment/Conditions:

Office: Open Office Environment, moderate noise level.

Plant: Standard automotive plant environment with moderate noise level.  PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) such as safety glasses, steel toe shoes, hearing protection, etc. may be required in engineering, manufacturing, or industrial areas.  Expected to wear company gear. Personal attire standards may apply.

Travel: Must be willing to travel up to 25% of the time

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the team member is required to talk, see, and hear. The team member must be capable of walking, sitting, and standing and will be expected to occasionally lift up to 30 pounds.

Disclaimer: This job description is intended to identify the general nature and level of work performed by team members within this classification, as well as certain essential job functions. It is not intended, and should not be interpreted, as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of team members assigned to this job. To qualify for this job, however, a team member must be able to perform its essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Under no circumstances may this job description be construed as altering the at-will nature of the employment relationship between TBA and any team member.