Production Control Management Support (Welding Scheduler) - 1st Shift

DescriptionAs the North American headquarters for G-TEKT Corporation, Jefferson Industries actively participates in the Global Automotive Industry. As part of our involvement, Jefferson Industries Corporation offers design and development for press dies and other tools necessary to produce automotive products. We embrace programs for product development including product design review and Advanced Product Quality Planning. Our facilities support high quality product manufacturing, and we provide a timely and flexible approach to meeting the needs of our customers.

We are actively seeking a Management Support associate to join our Production Control Department on 1st shift (core schedule, Monday-Friday, 5:00 am - 1:30 pm)

JIC associates are eligible for a comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

Compensation:

Weekly Pay
$22.50/hour starting wage
Base-Rate Pay increase every three (3) months for the first year

Additional $1.00/hour at 5 and 10 years of service

Holiday Pay
Shutdown Pay

Summer - around July 4th holiday
Winter - around Christmas/New Year's holiday

Monthly Perfect Attendance Bonus
Annual Perfect Attendance Bonus
Bi-annual TEAM Achievement Bonus
Annual Profit Share Bonus

Benefits:

Paid vacation
Three (3) medical options to allow you the flexibility to choose what level of coverage best fits you and your family's needs
Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care)
Free Dental & Vision (must be enrolled in medical benefit)
Voluntary Supplemental

Life Insurance
Hospital Indemnity
Group Accident
Critical Illness

Company-paid

Short-term Disability
Long-term Disability
Basic Life & AD&D

Employee coverage - 2 times annual base earnings
Spouse - flat $10,000
Child - flat up to $5,000

401k Retirement

Traditional Contribution
ROTH Contribution
Company Match

401k Retirement Profit Share

Funded 100% by Company based on a percentage of eligible earnings each quarter
Eligible regardless of participation in 401K Retirement

Referral Bonus
Tuition Reimbursement
Safety Equipment Reimbursement (safety boots & prescription safety glasses)
Company-paid uniforms, including laundering
Tickets@Work - web-based discount program (hotels, car rental, tickets, etc.)

Job Summary

The Weld Scheduler – Production Control is responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating welding production activities to ensure customer requirements are met while maximizing efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery. This role works closely with production, logistics, quality, maintenance, and supply chain teams to maintain a balanced production schedule and support continuous improvement initiatives in an automotive manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly weld shop production schedules.
Coordinate production requirements based on customer demand, inventory levels, and production capacity.
Monitor production progress and adjust schedules to minimize downtime and meet delivery commitments.
Release production orders and prioritize work based on customer requirements.
Collaborate with production supervisors to resolve scheduling conflicts and capacity constraints.
Monitor material availability and coordinate with purchasing and logistics to prevent shortages.
Track key production metrics, including schedule adherence, throughput, and equipment utilization.
Communicate schedule changes promptly to production, warehouse, shipping, and customer service teams.
Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and recommend process improvements.
Maintain accurate production records and scheduling information in ERP/MRP systems.
Support inventory control by maintaining optimal work-in-process (WIP) levels.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
Ensure compliance with company safety policies, quality standards, and automotive customer requirements.
Other duties as assigned

QualificationsRequired Qualifications

Associate's degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field preferred.
2–5 years of production scheduling or production control experience in an automotive manufacturing environment along with HS Diploma.
Experience with robotic welding, resistance welding, or metal fabrication processes is preferred.
Knowledge of production planning, capacity planning, and inventory management.
Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Plex, QAD, or similar).
Strong Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills.
Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Skills

Understanding of automotive production systems and Just-in-Time (JIT) manufacturing.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and Six Sigma methodologies.
Familiarity with IATF 16949 quality standards.
Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
Occasionally walking throughout the production floor.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) while on the shop floor.