Production Control Clerk

Production Control Clerk

Who we are:

Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together - a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world. With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.

Who we are looking for:

We are currently looking for a Production Control Clerk to be based out of Merrillville, IN. Reporting to Sr. Inventory Control Manager, this person will be responsible for working with facilities and business partners throughout the organization, including Warehouse Operations, Production Leadership, Sales and SIOP partners, driving inventory accuracy and timely availability of our finished goods. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years' experience scheduling in a lean manufacturing environment. Experience in business system-based company is a plus.

What you'll do:

• Maintain Production Control methodologies in the facility, including managing existing and new part number BOM and Routing, as needed.
• Drive consistency and cost reduction through the creation and implementation of improvements to our standard work.
• Report on inventory levels, supply chain progress, procedural efficiency, and personnel issues to Senior Leadership.
• Organize and drive critical inventory tasks that help ensure the correct stocking levels are attained.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Leadership, Scheduling, and other staff to ensure Build of Material and Routing accuracy is sustained.
• Assist with Coil Receipts, verifying accuracy.
• Assist with Outside Service Processor, OSP processing to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Maintain Production Consumable Inventory, through Cycle Counting.
• Help perform critical inventory tasks to ensure the correct number of items are in stock.

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in related Supply Chain or Manufacturing discipline or high-level certification (APICs, ISM) preferred.
• Extensive experience with JD Edwards WMS or similar scanning systems operations in a Manufacturing environment required.
• 5+ years of Production Control experience, demonstrating a thorough working knowledge and understanding of production control services principles, concepts, theories, regulations, and practices.
• Expert oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications with a strong focus on Excel and Power BI.
• Ability to work and influence across departments and across levels within an organization.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and stressful situations effectively, adapt to changing priorities, and respond with urgency to requests while remaining focused on strategic imperatives.
• Experience with Kaizen, Lean and Six Sigma processes and projects preferred.
• Travel less than 10%. Position located on-site at our Hobart, Indiana.
• Must pass a drug screen and background.
• Ability to perform Work Center time studies on Manufacturing floor, working closely with the Production Team.

Within 3 months, you'll:

• Complete your Atkore Immersion Plan.
• Achieve a full technical understanding of Hobart's Work Centers and the SBU's impact.
• Understand the goals laid out for you and how they impact the operation.

Within 6 months, you'll:

• Sustain favorable cycle test results in alignment with Atkore's financial goals.
• Suggest needed improvements to standard work.
• Participate in relevant kaizen.

Within 12 months, you'll:

• Participate in and assist with a physical inventory event at an Atkore location.
• Profile warehouse locations and manage inventory moves based on velocity of inventory.
• Assist the Manufacturing Department with Inventory and maintain Finished Good Inventory for end-of-month report out.

Atkore is a six-time Great Place to Work certified company and a four-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We're committed to creating an engaged and aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors, consistent with our core values.

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay for this position is $46,400 - $63,800. Placement in the range depends on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs and may change over time. Other compensation may include, but not limited to, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives.

Benefits available include:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Any leave required under federal, state, or local law

Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements.

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.