The Production Controller is responsible for developing, maintaining, and monitoring production schedules to ensure products are manufactured and shipped on time. This role coordinates customer delivery requirements, material availability, and manufacturing capacity to optimize workflow and meet business objectives. Working closely with Sales, Customer Service, Purchasing, Engineering, and Quality, the Production Controller helps drive operational efficiency, on-time delivery, and a high level of customer satisfaction.
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Responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate machine shop production schedules and achievable production targets.
- Use ERP capacity planning tools to recommend scheduling adjustments and support on-time delivery
- Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule to minimize past-due orders.
- Monitor production capacity, workload, and critical component availability to ensure schedule attainment
- Establish delivery dates and estimate production timelines based on capacity, materials, tooling, complexity, backlog, and demand
- Recommend optimal lot sizes based on production requirements and customer demand
- Analyze delivery performance and identify opportunities to improve on-time delivery
- Identify project risks early and drive resolution to prevent schedule delays.
- Communicate project requirements and status across internal teams and customers to maintain alignment and manage expectations
- Assist the shop floor in resolving hold tags, routing issues, and other production constraints.
- Lead kickoff and customer meetings to align stakeholders on project requirements, milestones, schedules, and expectations
- Monitor project costs to ensure budget alignment
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Required
- Associate’s degree in a Manufacturing related field or equivalent years of experience
- Two or more years of experience in manufacturing, production planning and/or supply chain processes
- Proficiency with a company ERP
- Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks
- Proficiency with scheduling software and Microsoft office products
- Ability to create and understand reports in order to make production decisions
Preferred
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics D365
- Experience using and creating reports in Power BI
- Two or more years’ experience in Project Management
About KJLC
Kurt J. Lesker Company is a global manufacturer supporting semiconductor, aerospace, medical, and advanced technology industries. With over 70 years in business, we specialize in vacuum systems, precision manufacturing, and engineered solutions.
What We Offer
- 401(k) with company match
- Competitive base salary + bonus potential
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- On-site gym and wellness programs
- EV charging stations and sustainability initiatives
- Stable, team-oriented manufacturing environment
Kurt J. Lesker Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. KJLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities unless doing so would result in undue hardship. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or (412) 387‑9200.
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Skills Required
- Associate's degree in a manufacturing-related field or equivalent years of experience
- Two or more years of experience in manufacturing, production planning, and/or supply chain processes
- Proficiency with a company ERP
- Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks
- Proficiency with scheduling software and Microsoft Office products
- Ability to create and understand reports for production decisions
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics D365
- Experience using and creating reports in Power BI
- Two or more years of project management experience
What We Do
The Kurt J. Lesker Company is a leader in the design and manufacturing of vacuum technology solutions for your research and production applications. From the simplest components and fittings to intricate vacuum chambers and precision computer-controlled deposition systems, our company works with you to devise sound, economical solutions for all of your vacuum science needs. We have offices and warehouses across the globe - visit our website for more information: www.lesker.com
