Production Controller
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 14, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 13, 2026. Standex International scores A on the Alion truth index.
Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, the Production Controller is responsible for scheduling, coordinating, and tracking production jobs from initial release through completion. This position ensures materials, tooling, and documentation are available to support production while maintaining accurate inventory, work-in-process records, and production schedules. The Production Controller works closely with Production, Operations, Quality, and Engineering to keep jobs moving efficiently through the manufacturing process.
What You'll Do
Schedule and release production jobs to the manufacturing floor.
Verify availability of raw materials, tooling, and supplies before releasing jobs.
Print and prepare production books, job travelers, and required documentation.
Assign serial numbers and heat lot numbers as needed.
Review job travelers to ensure all required documents are available in IMSXpress and at the correct revision.
Maintain red lines on the manufacturing floor and update paperwork as needed.
Coordinate with Quality and Engineering to ensure planning requirements are addressed.
Assist Operations with scheduling changes and alternative production scenarios.
Manage and track MRO inventory, WIP, Finished Goods, and production backlog.
Monitor and track outside vendor WIP.
Serve as backup to the Manufacturing Supervisor when needed.
Coordinate invoicing actions once jobs are cleared by Quality.
Ensure completed jobs are properly closed out.
Follow up with supervisors on missing stamps and required documentation.
Maintain and update the production control board.
What You’ll Bring
5–7 years of experience as a Production Controller in a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production scheduling, and inventory control.
Experience managing work orders, job travelers, production documentation, and WIP.
Strong organizational, time-management, and attention-to-detail skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate across departments.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and manufacturing software preferred.