Production Control Specialist

Who WE are and where WE are going:

At MRA Systems, our employees have amazing opportunities to work on advanced technologies and systems that support thousands of customers and millions of people worldwide every day.  From the first flight across the Pacific Ocean to developing highly complex structures for the most popular aircraft in the world, we have come a long way always with a can-do approach to problem solving while delighting customers with our high say-do ratio.  We are looking for people with innovative ideas and the drive to help us grow into the future.

A pioneer in the production and assembly of complex aerostructures including aircraft and rocket components, engine nacelle systems, thrust reversers and advanced composite products, we apply the latest digital technologies and automation in composite design and manufacturing that are second to none.  At ST Engineering MRAS, we are also rapidly augmenting our maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities leveraging the company’s expanded aircraft nacelle portfolio as well as it’s materials and processing expertise.

Who YOU are and what YOU can become

You would coordinate and expedite the flow of materials (from suppliers and also within departments) according to production schedules. You would plan and schedule material/production needs. This would require mastery of a body of theoretical knowledge. This requires developed and strong foundation of function skills and knowledge of relevant technologies.

What YOU will do

• Drives the conversion of planned orders to process and production.
• Controls production priorities and assists with resource planning.
• Maintains status reports of production parts and assemblies showing part identification, quantities, Master Production Schedule (MPS) start and completion dates.
• Executes capacity requirements planning to maximize machine utilization and establishes machine priorities.
• Partners with Planning, Manufacturing, Engineering, Procurement, Tooling, and Quality Control to facilitate the manufacture and flow of product.
• Drive Continuous Improvement Initiatives to support business Key Process Indicators (KPI’s).
• Facilitates meetings to review schedule status, highlighting potential risk in meeting delivery requirements and suggesting appropriate corrective measures.
• Maintains status of raw materials and material shelf-life requirements.
• Manages shop consumable materials in support of manufacturing operations.
• Instructs subordinate personnel on the movement of product throughout the facility
• Optimizes inventory position (both WIP and finished goods)
• Maintains FIFO management, when necessary, to reduce and control aged WIP

What YOU must bring to Succeed

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, i.e Supply Chain, Business, etc. Any related work experience or any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved is a plus. 

• 1+ year in SAP or equivalent ERP system

Desired Characteristics

• Knowledge of computer software including spreadsheet and database applications. Proficiency in Excel is a requirement.
• Knowledge of shop floor control software, its implementation, and material planning.
• Knowledge of data management systems and processes.
• Knowledge of research and statistical analysis.
• Interest and aptitude for technology
• Stamina to see process changes through to fruition
• Safety and Quality driven
• Skill in both verbal and written communication.
• Skill in organizing, planning, analyzing, and coordinating.
• Skill in effective problem resolution and decision making.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Skill in interpreting manufacturing build plans to understand the flow of product.

At ST Engineering, we offer great rewards, competitive pay, career advancement and growth opportunities.

Estimate salary range for this role: $63,500  to  $93,000 per year. ST Engineering considers several factors with extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, education/training/certification, job level, and work location. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.

ST Engineering - MRAS Benefits:

As a full-time employee of ST Engineering- MRAS, you are eligible for our benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting from start date
• Health Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Onsite Gym with weekly fitness classes  
• Immediate 401k vesting!!!
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time off (Permissive for exempt staff)

Employment Notice: Background and Drug Screening Requirements

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, successful completion of a background check and drug screening is a mandatory condition for employment. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results from these screenings.

It takes diverse talent to solve real-world problems.  ST Engineering is deeply committed to building a workplace community where inclusion is valued, and everyone feels welcomed.  We’re proud to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected grounds. So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s through our differences that innovative changes are made.

ST Engineering is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact our Talent Strategies team at 571-771-0101, or by email at stena.careers@stengg.us.

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