Job Description

**Our Client has a permanent (direct hire) position in Lapeer. 

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Materials Production Scheduler / Production Control Manager / Plant Scheduler

This company is a growing Tier One and Two automotive supplier specializing in Class A automotive components. They are seeking an experienced Materials Production Scheduler / Production Control Manager / Plant Scheduler to lead production scheduling, inventory management, and material planning while ensuring uninterrupted production and on-time customer delivery.

This position plays a critical role in coordinating production, purchasing, shipping, and manufacturing operations to optimize inventory, maximize efficiency, and meet customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules.

• Analyze customer releases, forecasts, and production requirements.

• Plan production capacity based on labor, equipment, and material availability.

• Manage raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods inventory.

• Maintain accurate inventory records using the ERP/MRP system.

• Monitor inventory levels and establish appropriate minimum and maximum stocking levels.

• Coordinate inventory cycle counts and investigate inventory discrepancies.

• Provide accurate production and inventory data to support manufacturing operations.

• Work closely with Purchasing to ensure timely receipt of raw materials.

• Expedite late materials that could impact production or customer deliveries.

• Coordinate with Shipping and Receiving to maintain proper inventory flow.

• Monitor warehouse inventory and inventory transactions.

• Prepare and distribute production schedules to manufacturing departments.

• Monitor schedule adherence and adjust production plans to meet changing customer demands.

• Analyze production performance and recommend process improvements.

• Maintain inventory accuracy and reduce inventory obsolescence.

• Track inventory transfers, adjustments, and disposals.

• Generate inventory, scheduling, and production reports for management.

• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, customer-specific requirements, and company procedures.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory accuracy, scheduling efficiency, and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred.

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in production scheduling, production control, materials planning, or inventory management within an automotive manufacturing environment.

• Experience with ERP/MRP systems required.

• Knowledge of Tier One automotive manufacturing preferred.

• Understanding of customer release systems and production scheduling.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills preferred.

• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Experience working with cross-functional teams including Production, Purchasing, Quality, Shipping, and Customer Service.

What They Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Company-paid Life Insurance

• 401(k)

• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

• Career growth opportunities

• Stable, team-oriented manufacturing environment