Job Description
Job Overview:
NOW HIRING: We are looking for a Production Control Associate to join our Circular Products Business Unit. The Production Control Associate is responsible for maintaining the integrity of production and inventory data through accurate transaction processing, inventory control activities, reporting, and administrative execution. This position serves as a critical link between Operations, Materials, Quality, Engineering, and Scheduling by ensuring that production transactions, inventory records, work authorizations, and supporting documentation are processed accurately, timely, and in accordance with established procedures.
Location: Winsted, MN
Salary Range: $23.06-27.03/hour
(In compliance with Minnesota Pay Transparency Law, this range reflects the anticipated compensation for this role. Actual pay may vary based on experience, education, and other factors.)
Shift Schedule:Monday-Friday, 7AM-4PM
Shift Differential: N/A
As a Production Control Associate, you will:
- Maintain transactional accuracy and drive continuous improvement
- Support inventory accuracy and control procedures
- Administer work authorization and production control processes
- Deliver operation reporting and data integrity
- Process production, inventory, and job order transactions accurately and timely within the ERP system to maintain data integrity and support manufacturing operations
- Create, release, print, and distribute production job orders in accordance with established production priorities and work authorization requirements
- Process and maintain rework, DMR, engineering change, and other non-standard production transactions in accordance with established procedures
- Audit production and inventory transactions to identify discrepancies and ensure alignment between physical inventory and system records
- Research, reconcile, and resolve inventory, transaction, and documentation discrepancies through collaboration with Operations, Materials, Quality, and Engineering teams
- Support inventory accuracy initiatives through cycle count review, transaction validation, root cause investigation, and corrective action follow-up.
- Assist shop floor personnel with job order, documentation, inventory, and transaction-related questions and resolution of issues.
- Develop and maintain standard work instructions supporting production control, inventory management, and transactional processes.
Role Qualifications as a Production Control Associate:
- Ability to process transactions accurately and identify discrepancies before they impact operations
- Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, inventory transactions, and production control processes
- Understanding of inventory management principles, cycle counting, and discrepancy resolution
- Ability to investigate root causes, identify process gaps, and implement corrective actions
- Ability to follow established procedures while identifying opportunities to improve accuracy, and standardization
Join Millerbernd Manufacturing – Where Your Career Can Take Shape
About Us: At Millerbernd, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. We're dedicated to creating meaningful opportunities where you can unlock your potential, turn ideas into action, and be part of a skilled, diverse, and driven team. From day one, you’ll experience a supportive and dynamic environment designed to help you grow and succeed.
What We Offer:
Comprehensive Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Two medical plan options, with company HSA contributions
- Health & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA) – For medical and dependent care expenses
- Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-/long-term disability
- Voluntary Benefits – Including optional life, legal & ID protection, accident & critical illness insurance
Financial Security
- 401(k) with up to 4% Match – Immediate vesting
- Incentive Pay – Performance-based bonus programs depending on your role and shift
- Certain roles are eligible for the Performance-based “Freight Train Profit Sharing (FTPS)” Incentive plans
- This team incentive plan has a weekly goal and a weekly stretch goal
- If goals are achieved, the monthly payout can be up to $1,000 per eligible employee
Work-Life Balance
- Accrual Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $5,250/year for job-related education
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support services
- Onsite Training – Includes leadership, welding, and language courses
- Uniform Subsidy – For eligible roles
Benefits available to employees working 30+ hours/week. 401(k) available to all employees.
What to Expect from the Hiring Process
- Submit Your Application – Our internal Talent Acquisition Team personally reviews every application
- Phone Interview – If your background aligns with the role, we’ll reach out for an introductory call
- Onsite Interview & Facility Tour – Get a firsthand look at what it's like to work at Millerbernd
- Follow-Up & Offer – Stay informed throughout the process; most decisions are made within 3–10 business days
We're an Equal Opportunity Employer
Millerbernd Manufacturing Company is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas at this time.
Ready to shape your future with us?
Apply today and discover what’s possible at Millerbernd.
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