Specialist - Production Control (Plastics) (Process)

T he Plastics Process Control Specialist is responsible for monitoring and managing the Molding/Paint production plan, shipping plan, and trucks in route to Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama and KIA Motors Manufacturing Georgia plants.

Essential Functions (To perform within this position successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.)

• Monitor the status of all lines of production and manage utilization of each line
• Contact relevant parties when an issue arises and inform them on what the issue is and the current status
• Manage pattern times of all lines of production
• Gather information from managers about counter measures on specific downtime issues
• Communicate with other members of production control about any significant changes in production plan and/or downtimes
• Support team members with inventory management decisions
• Daily/Weekly/Monthly Production/ Downtime and Production reports
• Responsible for updating shipping and hourly schedules to ensure we have parts in a timely manner
• Responsible for knowing how the plant is running at all times during shift
• Support for Controlling Production/Inventory of Plastic Division.
• Support of Production Plan Management of Plastic Division.
• Provide solutions and alternative methods for resolving incorrect specification in production line or unexpected production plan changes.
• Support the testing and integration of new parts for production
• Comply with and promote safety in the workplace
• All other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability desired for this position.)

Preferred Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain Management SCM, MIS or related field; or Equivalent related experience in automotive manufacturing or production planning

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Excellent analytical skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong organizational skills
• Good interpersonal skills

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations: None

Working Conditions

• 90% office, 10% production floor
• Overtime as needed
• Flexible Schedule (2 nd shift, 3 rd shift)