Production and Inventory Control Manager

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world's manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility -our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how thework we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that's you we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

This exciting opportunity develops and implements production control functions including: master scheduling, production planning/coordination, shop scheduling and dispatching, material requirements, planning systems, work-in-process tracking, material and labor variance controls, and manufacturing performance reporting. Approves quantities, schedules and parts lists provided to the material control organization to ensure timely and complete ordering, as well as receipt and issuance of production material requirements. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function. You will report to the Plant Manager. You will work onsite from our Ladysmith, WI facility.

• Maintain and implement the materials plan supporting the master production schedule in accordance with actual customer demand.
• Apply advanced knowledge of materials, production planning and supply chain management as well as draw upon substantial experience to identify and/or solve highly complex business problems.
• Actively reduce inventory through advanced analytics while maintaining customer service in a complex and dynamic production environment including final and electronic assembly.
• Contribute to the development of strategic plans within the primary functional areas. Implement or assist in the implementation of strategic plans developed for the plants functional areas.
• Pursue long-term corrective actions from suppliers who exhibit quality or delivery problems by partnering with Purchasing and Sourcing.
• Develop goals/targets for all direct reports and regularly provide feedback on progress towards those goals.
• Opportunities and/or additional job responsibilities to acquire and app
• Act as a positive role model by taking proactive role in improving processes through training/teaching/coaching production and inventory control concepts and procedures.
• Possess a solid knowledge of the day-to-day manufacturing operations and be able to translate that into operational plans.
• Support risk management that promotes a continuous process improvement philosophy.
• Possess a solid working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing.
• Plan and direct the efforts of assigned staff. Provide necessary training and leadership to develop expertise in inventory management.
• Demonstrates awareness of one's capabilities and development needs

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of experience
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering or Business
• Experience in managing direct reports
• Experience working in a manufacturing industry with a production component is needed.
• CPIM, CIRM, CPP, APICS certification or equivalent
• 5+ year experience within a production/inventory control/planning environment is required.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP) is essential.
• Demonstrated high proficiency of computer skills including working knowledge of Excel, Word, and SAP.

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• Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k
• Paid Time off
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.
• To learn more about our benefits package, please visit at www.raquickfind.com.

At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.

This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans.

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