NTN Driveshaft is a global leader in constant velocity joint (CVJ) technology, supplying driveshaft components to many of the world's leading automotive manufacturers, including Toyota, General Motors, Nissan, Chrysler, and other major OEMs. We are currently seeking a Production Control Supervisor to join our team at our West Plant in Columbus.
Our Columbus operation employs approximately 1,600 team members and continues to experience strong customer demand and long-term growth. We offer excellent career advancement opportunities, a collaborative, team-oriented culture, and a comprehensive benefits package featuring industry-leading low employee contributions, a 401(k) retirement plan, customizable benefits, paid time off, holiday pay, tuition assistance, and more.
Position Summary
The Production Control Supervisor leads a five-member Production Control team responsible for production scheduling, material planning, inventory control, and customer requirements to support efficient manufacturing operations and on-time delivery. This role partners closely with Production, Purchasing, Materials, Logistics, Customer Service, Engineering, and Quality to drive operational performance, inventory accuracy, and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the daily activities of the Production Control team to ensure production schedules and customer delivery requirements are achieved.
- Supervise, coach, mentor, and develop Production Control personnel.
- Participate in recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, training, and performance evaluations of team members.
- Develop, maintain, and adjust production schedules based on customer demand, production capacity, material availability, and inventory levels.
- Coordinate material requirements to ensure uninterrupted production while maintaining optimal inventory levels.
- Monitor schedule attainment and implement corrective actions to address production or material shortages.
- Collaborate with Production, Purchasing, Warehouse, Logistics, Customer Service, Engineering, and Quality to resolve scheduling and material-related issues.
- Analyze production data, inventory levels, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends and drive process improvements.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production planning accuracy, inventory control, and operational efficiency.
- Prepare and communicate production status reports, scheduling updates, and performance metrics to leadership.
- Serve as the primary escalation point for production scheduling and material planning issues.
- Support plant objectives related to safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
- Five or more years of experience in Production Control, Scheduling, Materials Planning, or Supply Chain within a manufacturing environment.
- Two or more years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
- Automotive manufacturing experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of production planning, inventory management, MRP/ERP systems, and manufacturing operations.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, and data analysis.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proven leadership, coaching, and employee development abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
If you're a collaborative leader with a passion for production planning, operational excellence, and developing high-performing teams, we encourage you to apply and become part of NTN Driveshaft's continued growth and success.
Location: Columbus, Indiana
Reports To: Director of Production Control
Employment Type: Full-Time | Salaried | Exempt
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
