Production Control Manager jobs in Rhode Island

Production Control Manager manages the day-to-day tactical production control planning, scheduling, flow of materials, and monitoring to achieve goals and objectives for delivery dates, output quality, volume, cost, and optimization. Oversees scheduling and the development of methods to allocate and control resources and materials effectively. Being a Production Control Manager establishes monitoring tools and processes to identify and plan for problems with waste, inefficiencies, and inventory in production operations. Recommends improvements to production technology and processes. Additionally, Production Control Manager collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to develop effective planning methodologies and best practices. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Production Control Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Production Control Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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G&E Production Control Lead
  • Herff Jones
  • Warwick, RI FULL_TIME
  • Position Title: G&E Production Control Lead

    Location: Warwick, RI

    Starting Pay for position: $26 per hour

    THE MOST TRUSTED NAME IN CELEBRATING STUDENT MILESTONES – HERFF JONES

    Herff Jones is the leading provider of graduation and educational products and services designed to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for students. Herff Jones' products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, diplomas, frames, announcements, and Greek accessories as well as motivation and recognition programs. Since 1920, our team has worked alongside students, faculty, and staff on campuses nationwide to help build a stronger community and celebrate student milestones. Our continued success relies on hiring extraordinary talent, with a passion for making a difference and eagerness to roll up the sleeves, to help us write the story of our next 100 years.

    HERFF JONES, G&E Production Control Lead – Warwick, RI

    Your Opportunity

    The Herff Jones Jewelry Operations team, based in Warwick, RI is looking for a Lead Person, Production Control/Scheduling to join our team.

    Here's How You’ll Make An Impact

    Reporting to the Master Scheduler/Planner, you will be responsible helping to facilitate and maintain spreadsheets/reports within or between departments/work centers of manufacturing to achieve on-time targets while positioning the production departments to achieve maximum production and scheduling efficiencies.

    At Herff Jones We May Have Been Around For 100 Years, But We Still Have The Mentality Of a Scrappy Startup. For You, That Means Your Job May Grow And Change Over Time. But Don’t Worry, We Would Never Ask An Employee To Take On An Assignment They Didn’t Already Have The Right Skill Sets They Needed To Succeed. As We See It For Right Now, However, Here Are The Challenges That We Want You To Tackle

    • Collaborate closely with the Master Scheduler/Planner to integrate new jobs into department schedules, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of updates on a daily and weekly basis.
    • Generate and maintain a variety of standard and customized reports to support managerial decision-making.
    • Coordinate activities across multiple departments including Staging, Stone Room, G&E Production Control, Expediting, Warehousing, Inventory Management, Purchasing, Data Processing, Final Inspection/Packaging, and Vault Operations.
    • Monitor work in progress to ensure adherence to production timelines, proactively addressing any delays by facilitating movement to downstream departments or work centers as needed.
    • Serve as a key liaison between the Master Scheduler/Planner, Production Manager, Production teams, and Customer Service Representatives, fostering effective communication and collaboration.
    • Participate in weekly schedule meetings to review progress, identify potential bottlenecks, and develop action plans to mitigate delays.
    • Lead the production control function, aligning efforts with inter-departmental schedules and priorities to optimize workflow efficiency.
    • Collaborate with Order Entry and Scheduling Clerks to maintain accurate records and ensure alignment with customer commitments.
    • Compile and maintain a weekly jeopardy report highlighting potential late orders for the Customer Service team's attention.
    • Monitor the Order Book against posted lead times to identify discrepancies and facilitate timely resolution.
    • Oversee the Expedite/Pull-In process and associated approval procedures to meet urgent production needs.
    • Uphold and promote safe work practices in accordance with plant-wide safety goals.
    • Foster positive working relationships between departments to facilitate clear and timely communication, promoting a culture of teamwork and collaboration.

    What You’ll Bring To The Table

    • 2-3 years’ experience in Production Control and/or Scheduling/Planning in addition to meeting the following requirements:
    • Fundamental understanding of MRP processes, shop floor scheduling techniques, and capacity planning.
    • Ability to establish priorities and work independently.
    • Proficient computer skills: Sending e-mails, working with word processing and spreadsheet software programs. (Microsoft Word and Excel skills are a plus)
    • Strong communication skills
    • Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.
    • Ability to work well with people having different ethnic, social, or educational backgrounds; understand the cultural differences of different groups.

    Education / Certifications Required – high school diploma or equivalent required, some college preferred

    Physical Requirements –

    • Ability to walk around the office and through the factory briskly.
    • Finger agility is required for operations of computer keyboard
    • Must be able to endure long periods of sitting.

    JOIN THE BEST TEAM ON THE FIELD IN SPORT, SPIRIT & ACHIEVEMENT



    About Herff Jones

    Indianapolis-based Herff Jones is the leading provider of graduation and educational products and services designed to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for students. Herff Jones’ products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, diplomas and announcements as well as motivation and recognition programs. Focused on building long-term relationships through a nationwide network of over 1,400 employees and sales partners, the professionals at Herff Jones have been helping elevate the student experience throughout the lifelong journey of education for more than 100 years. For more information about Herff Jones, please visit www.herffjones.com.



    Herff Jones, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, gender identity, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Herff Jones strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.



    Any employment agency, person or entity that submits a résumé into this career site or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Herff Jones. Herff Jones will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
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G&E Production Control Lead
  • Talent Acquisition Team
  • Warwick, RI FULL_TIME
  • Position Title: G&E Production Control Lead Location: Warwick, RI Starting Pay for position: $26 per hour THE MOST TRUSTED NAME IN CELEBRATING STUDENT MILESTONES – HERFF JONES Herff Jones is the leadi...
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Production Control Coordinator
  • ZOLL LifeVest
  • Pawtucket, RI OTHER
  • Location: Pawtucket, RI Resuscitation At ZOLL, we're passionate about improving patient outcomes and helping save lives. We provide innovative technologies that make a meaningful difference in people'...
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Production Control Coordinator
  • Zoll Medical Corporation
  • Pawtucket, RI OTHER
  • Production Control Coordinator Location: Pawtucket, RI Resuscitation At ZOLL, we're passionate about improving patient outcomes and helping save lives. We provide innovative technologies that make a m...
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Procurement Manager
  • Flow Control Group
  • Lincoln, RI FULL_TIME
  • Summary The Procurement Manager will be responsible for overseeing procurement and performance improvement in cost savings and service to meet customer requirements and support business demands for ou...
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Service Manager
  • Fox Pest Control
  • Cranston, RI FULL_TIME
  • Who Is FoxFounded in 2012, Fox Pest Control has experienced dramatic growth over the last several years, ranking on the INC 5000 list two years in a row and was awarded the Utah Business Magazine Fast...
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