Production Planning & Control Manager

Description

FIC America Corp. is a global tier I automotive components manufacturer centrally located in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago. Our manufacturing operation supports metal stamping, welding and mechanical assembly. We are actively recruiting for a Production Planning & Control Manager.

• Act as a liaison between customers and production to ensure the flow of materials, parts, and assemblies between or within departments
• Planning, preparing, issuing, and controlling production schedules and material requirements to ensure a controlled flow of approved materials timed to meet production requirements
• Forecasting production and customer demands
• Dealing with unique circumstances and special requests
• Problem solving in regards to shipping errors, material shortage, new project launches, and cancellation of orders
• Analyzing inventory usage, scrap, and shrinkage
• Develop long-term goals and strategies to meet business objectives for Hoshin
• Execute decisions based on business conditions in congruence with corporate vision
• Gather and analyze information from work sites to identify root causes in resolving business issues
• Employ 8-Step Problem Solving to resolve problems for continual improvement
• Direct and assign work schedules, assignments, tasks, and duties
• Train and develop employees to perform job duties according to company procedures and policies for safety and accuracy
• Prepare departmental reports and present them to executive management
• Collaborate with other Managers, Supervisors, Team Leaders, and team members in sharing information to address business needs
• Develop and implement standard work instructions

Requirements

• ERP experience required and implementation experience a plus
• Experience working within Tier 1 or Tier 2 supplier
• 8+ years of experience in production or inventory control is preferred
• Minimum of 3+ years in a management role
• Prior manufacturing industry experience
• Knowledgeable in Shipping, Receiving, Order Selection, and Logistics
• ERP, Word, and Excel experience required
• Strong experience in production planning & scheduling
• Experience in managing both internal & external supply chain
• Strong project management, process development, and customer relations skill sets
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends on an as needed basis
• ISO/TS knowledge is preferred
• Other duties as assigned

Exceptional Health Benefits - 90% Company Paid!

• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Short-Term Disability Paid by Employer
• Optional Long-Term Disability, and Additional Life Insurance
• 401k Company Match
• Vacation, Holiday, and Personal Days Paid