Production Control Manager

Description

The Production Control Manager position is based in Lewisville, TX, and is a full‑time role. This manager is responsible for day‑to‑day planning, scheduling, and monitoring of production activities to ensure customer demand is met efficiently and reliably. The role balances total demand, competitive lead times, and on‑time delivery while supporting capacity growth initiatives.

Working cross‑functionally with purchasing, production, warehouse, and project‑management teams, the manager optimizes workflows across both in‑house manufacturing and outsourced partners. They drive continuous improvement in production planning and supply‑chain processes to support the delivery of custom architectural metal and glass railing systems.

• Develop and oversee production schedules aligned with customer requirements and internal goals.
• Adjust schedules proactively to address delays, resource shortages, or changes in demand.
• Collaborate with procurement to ensure timely availability of raw materials and outsource strategies.
• Implement capacity planning tools to optimize the supply chain for customer needs and growth objectives.
• Use monitoring tools to identify inefficiencies, waste, and inventory issues.
• Monitor production processes to ensure throughput, efficiency, and quality meet customer needs.
• Recommend process improvements to the Director and team.
• Allocate resources effectively across departments to meet production targets.
• Manage outsource capacity and make make‑vs‑buy decisions.
• Coordinate with production, procurement, warehouse, and logistics teams for smooth operations.
• Facilitate communication among production, project management, sales, and senior management (S&OP).
• Develop best practices in production planning with stakeholders.
• Provide regular reports on production activities, performance metrics, challenges, and initiatives.
• Maintain accurate documentation of schedules, inventory, and performance data.
• Lead and inspire manufacturing teams.
• Proactively solve operational challenges.
• Maintain high quality standards and drive continuous improvement.
• Prioritize safety in the work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in operations management, supply chain, industrial engineering, or related field.
• 3‑5+ years of production control or discrete manufacturing experience; at least 1 year supervisory preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and production scheduling tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Proficiency in TIG and STICK welding.
• Communicate clearly and collaborate transparently.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance