Production Control Manager

Who we are:

Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together - a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world.

With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.

Who we are looking for:

We are currently looking for a Manager, Production Control to be based out of Houston, TX. Reporting to the Plant Manager, this person will be responsible for performing a wide variety of responsibilities including maintaining inventory, supplies, products, purchasing and coordinating production schedules. This person will be the plant's subject matter expert who will facilitate reviewing customer requirements, scheduling shop floor production and procurement of materials to meet schedule and customer requirements. This person will also ensure inventory accuracy throughout the process by overseeing cycle counts and developing / implementing robust procedures to maintain system accuracy. This role will lead the tactical efforts towards the achievement of the Strategic Plan objectives, with a strong emphasis on cost reduction.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years relevant experience with inventory, distribution, buyer/purchasing and production manufacturing. Experience in lean manufacturing or business system-based company is a plus.

What you'll do:

• Maintain MRP system integrity and over the processing of purchase orders and production orders as suggested by MRP.
• Maintain updated and accurate records of inventory including transfers, cycle counts, and audits. Support on-time customer delivery and meet inventory turn objectives.
• Ensures production lines have necessary materials and supplies needed.
• Coordinate purchasing department to obtain parts ordered for upcoming production.
• Identify and help develop improvements to existing operational procedures to maximize efficiency and cut operational costs.
• Maintain documentation, enter, and keep accurate records of all paperwork for receivables.
• Oversee the solicitation of competitive proposals, evaluates RFQs, prepares sourcing recommendations, creates purchase orders, facilitates changes and expedites POs.
• Reconciles pending invoices and updates master file records as needed.
• Takes ownership and actively maintains proper order processing, inclusive of DoA, GL accuracy, and data entry.
• Participates in strategic sourcing decisions to achieve corporate goals and objectives.
• Outlines MRO purchasing activities for execution by the team.
• Resolve issues by performing a root cause analysis and implement a solution/preventative action plan.
• Collaborates and maintains open communication channels with plant personnel/departments including Quality, Logistics, Finance, and Manufacturing to obtain the best pricings, quality, service and delivery.
• Develop and monitor standard costs for raw materials.
• Streamlines processes, improves raw material cycle times, and oversees supplier managed inventories.
• Manages Ad hoc projects and reports to support the development and implementation of MRP systems; manage the databases associated with the procurement modules.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Embrace and foster and environment that supports our core values of Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What you'll bring:

• High school degree required. Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Operations and/or Supply Chain Management or related field preferred.
• Ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years relevant experience with inventory, distribution, buyer/purchasing and production manufacturing. preferred.
• Procurement/Supply Chain negotiating experience in an industrial environment preferred.
• Proficient with MS OS and experience with JDE/Oracle strongly preferred.
• Experience with inventory control programs and a working knowledge of manufacturing equipment and systems preferred.
• Strong practical skills within a Lean manufacturing environment is highly desirable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills with high level of attention to detail.
• Must be adaptable to changes in the work environment, comfortable with multiple competing demands and able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Demonstrate proficiency in time and project management.
• Ability to work in a team environment and as an individual contributor.
• Demonstrate Atkore Core Values - Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence

Within 3 months, you'll:

• Complete your Atkore immersion program.
• Understand how your job will deliver Atkore's strategy.
• Gain an understanding of the production team and how we support and deliver results.
• Gain an understanding of the materials and resources needed to be effective and successful in your role.

Within 6 months, you'll:

• Build effective working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Fully understand the planning, scheduling, procurement, and inventory processes as well as labor planning for production.
• Create work instructions to standardize requirements related to the position.

Within 12 months, you'll:

• Deliver on projects that positively impacts the business.
• Provide support for key initiatives that deliver Atkore's strategy.
• Help find opportunities and bring new solutions with a focus on continuous improvement.

Atkore is a three-time Great Place to Work certified company and a two-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We're committed to creating an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors consistent with our core values.

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!

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