Production Control Coordinator at Forrest Machining Inc.

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Production Control Coordinator to join our dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for managing and overseeing the production schedule, ensuring timely delivery and optimal workflow for aerospace manufacturing projects. Your expertise will help us maintain our commitment to excellence and drive the success of our production line. If you have a passion for aerospace and a talent for coordinating complex processes, we invite you to apply and take your career to new heights with us.

Who is FMI?

FMI Aerostructures is one of the largest independent manufacturing businesses serving the aerospace & defense industry. Our 250-member team has been a trusted supply chain partner that manufactures critical structural components and complex assemblies for major aerospace players for over 40 years.

Why FMI makes a difference?

Customers are at the center of everything at FMI. We are excited that this team can work with key partners like Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin using our critical components to help important new aerospace programs take flight. Our machinists are the best in the industry, and we are investing to support their continued success. When they win, our customers win.

Why FMI could be the right fit for your career?

This is an opportunity to work locally for a long-standing, stable business that is investing to grow.

Job Responsibilities

- Coordinate and monitor the manufacturing schedules to ensure timely completion and delivery of production orders.

- Liaise with various departments such as engineering, supply chain, and quality control to ensure the availability of materials and resources.

- Adjust production schedules in response to equipment failures, supply delays, or unforeseen events.

- Track the progress of production and provide regular status reports to management and relevant team members

- Assist in the development and implementation of production control procedures to improve efficiency and product quality.

- Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with procurement to ensure the timely ordering and delivery of materials.

- Participate in production meetings and provide input on potential bottlenecks or delays.

- Maintain accurate records of production data, including quantities produced, resources used, and any deviations from the schedule.

- Assist in the resolution of production issues and participate in root cause analysis to prevent

- Coordinate with various departments such as engineering, manufacturing, quality control, and procurement to ensure seamless production flow.

- Monitor inventory levels and work with the supply chain team to ensure the availability of materials and parts.

- Analyze production specifications and plant capacity data to determine manufacturing processes, tools, etc.

- Implement production control activities to improve throughput, inventory control, and cost reduction.

- Utilize ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems to track work orders, production status, and to schedule tasks efficiently.

- Communicate with project managers and other coordinators to align production schedules with project timelines.

- Prepare and present regular reports on production progress, backlogs, and potential delays to senior management.

- Assist in the development and implementation of production control procedures to optimize workflow.

- Conduct capacity planning and provide input for future production needs to support business growth and customer demand.

- HS Diploma or equivalent

- Prior experience in in Aerospace Manufacturing

- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

- Understanding of production planning and inventory control principles

- Basic knowledge of aerospace manufacturing processes and technologies

- Excellent organizational and time-management skills

- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities

- Ability to work effectively in a team environment

- Detail-oriented with an aptitude for problem-solving

- Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems

- Willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges

- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment

- This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Compensation details: 22-30 Hourly Wage

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