Production Control Manager

Overview

The Production Control Manager at VIVA Railings is responsible for managing the day-to-day planning, scheduling, and monitoring of production activities to ensure customer demand is met efficiently and reliably. This role balances total demand, competitive lead times, and on-time delivery (OTD) while supporting capacity growth initiatives.

About VIVA Railings: VIVA Railings is at the forefront of innovation, creating decorative metal and glass railing systems that transform commercial spaces with unparalleled safety, elegance, and unique design. Our mission is to not only meet but exceed industry standards, constantly pushing the boundaries of architectural design. If you thrive on innovation and seek to contribute to a company that values creativity and forward-thinking, VIVA Railings is your ideal career destination.

• Production Planning & Scheduling
  • Develop and oversee production schedules aligned with customer requirements and internal goals.
  • Adjust schedules proactively to address delays, resource shortages, or changes in demand.
  • Collaborate with procurement to ensure timely availability of raw materials and other outsource strategies.
• Process Monitoring & Optimization
  • Implement capacity planning tools allowing optimization of supply chain to meet customer needs and company growth objectives.
  • Implement monitoring tools to identify inefficiencies, waste, and inventory issues preventing delivery and meeting demand.
  • Monitor production processes to ensure throughput, efficiency, and quality meet customer needs.
  • Recommend improvements to Director and their team.
• Resource Management
  • Allocate resources effectively across departments to meet production targets.
  • Manage outsource capacity to meet customer needs (make vs. buy decisions).
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Coordinate with production, procurement, warehouse, and logistics teams to ensure smooth operations.
  • Facilitate communication between production teams, project management, sales and senior management (S&OP).
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to develop best practices in production planning.
• Reporting & Compliance
  • Provide regular reports on production activities, performance metrics, challenges, and improvement initiatives.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of production schedules, inventory, and performance data.
• Measures of Success and Key Performance Indicators
  • Capacity vs. Demand balance
  • Lead Time
  • On Time Delivery (Supplier and In-house)

• Experience: Bachelor’s degree in operations management, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Skills:
  • 3-5+ years of experience in production control or discrete manufacturing operations, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role preferred.
  • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and production scheduling tools.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Leadership: Ability to lead, inspire, and drive positive change within the manufacturing team.
• Problem-Solving: Proactive approach to identifying operational challenges and implementing effective solutions.
• Quality Focus: Commitment to maintaining high-quality standards and continuous improvement.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills with an emphasis on collaboration and transparency.
• Safety Orientation: Dedicated to creating and maintaining a safe working environment.
• Welding: Strong proficiency in TIG & STICK welding functions.