Production Control Manager

Duties And Responsibilities: Supervises, evaluates, and improves team capability of exempt and nonexempt associates Provides foresight and direction while encouraging change and improvement Leads problem-solving activities for the department ensuring the correct root cause is found Increase departmental safety consciousness through daily/weekly/monthly activities designed to create a safe working environment Monitors and approves manpower schedules considering department labor goals Works with specialist input to determine root cause of significant problems with inventory, shipping and receiving Performs cross-line trend analysis of entire department or process Leads improvement activities including but not limited to job instruction standardization, supplier delivery, and logistical problems Tracks, reports, and follows-up on daily management KPI's for the department Accountable for department expense budget control Evaluation of the procurement and delivery system to ensure 100% on time delivery at minimum cost Attends and participates in various meetings including but not limited to company G & Os, Department Projects, Key Issues/Problems, and Future Equipment Other duties and responsibilities as assigned (includes all non-essential or non-major activities)

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors' degree or higher in Supply Chain Management or a related degree. Other combination of education and equivalent professional experience may be considered 3+ years' of supervisory experience Detailed knowledge of problem solving techniques

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of Toyota Production System and/or lean manufacturing (pull vs. push)Knowledge of TS16949, ISO9000, or QS9000 Related experience in the automotive industry Experience with customer service in the automotive industry

Required Knowledge And Skills: Ability to understand and perform basic arithmetic and statistical operations Basic understanding of production processes Good understanding of shortages, parts availability, logistics and ECIKnowledgeable on supply chain management practices Knowledgeable on Kanban systems Working level knowledge of Customer EDIKnowledge of material requirements planning and new product introduction processes Thorough knowledge of scheduling procedures and customer requirements Knowledge of new system set up including inventory control, visual control, computer, and communication systems About DENSODENSO is an advanced mobility supplier and global Fortune 500 company. Here, we innovate, create and make things to change how the world moves. We develop technology and components for major automakers worldwide, which you can find on nearly every vehicle make and model on the road today. At our core, DENSO wants to make the world a better place. And, we have the ability to do so using our broad product portfolio, which spans mobility electronics, thermal systems, electrification systems, powertrain systems, sensors & semiconductors, and non-automotive businesses. We’re far reaching: Globally headquartered in Japan, we have 170K+ employees across 221 facilities in 35 countries across the globe. Here in North America, our headquarters is in Southfield, Michigan. Last year, we had $47.6 billion in global consolidated revenue with North America contributing $10.9 billion.