WHO WE ARE:

Welcome to F&P Georgia! We are a world class, tier one automotive supplier with a global presence in the suspension component market. Our goal is to produce high quality parts, at competitive pricing and deliver them when and where the customer requires, without fail. Through continuous improvement, technological advancement, and in-depth associate training, F&P Georgia achieves unsurpassed quality, setting the industry standard. F&P Georgia values people as its highest asset, providing a unique company culture based on diversity and mutual respect. Our associates are our most important asset making Safety and Environment our number one priorities. We rely on their creativity, expertise and teamwork to meet and exceed our goals.

JOB TITLE:

Production Controller

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under limited supervision, reviews, plans, and coordinates production requirements, including Stamping, Welding, Paint, and Assembly Departments.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge:

• Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, statistics, and their applications.
• Clerical - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, and other office procedures and terminology.
• Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
• English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of computer software and applications.

Skills/Abilities:

Communication:

• Oral/ Written Expression (Clarity) - ability to clearly communicate information and ideas both verbally and in writing so others will understand.
• Oral/Written Comprehension – ability to listen to, read and understand information and ideas communicated verbally and in writing.
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others. Includes organizing, prioritizing and scheduling work assignments.
• Deductive Reasoning - The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Problem Sensitivity - The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong.
• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Work Styles/Values:

• Leadership — Willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
• Attention to Detail – Careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Adaptability/Flexibility – Open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
• Integrity – Honest and ethical
• Dependability – Reliable, responsible, and dependable and fulfilling obligation
• Initiative – Willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
• Cooperation – Being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
• Self-Control – Maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
• Stress Tolerance – Accepting criticism and dealing calming and effectively with high stress situation.
• Independence – Developing one’s own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.

Tasks and Activities:

• Develop and implement a production control management system to control processes and deliver resources for the successful on-time delivery of manufactured products.
• Master Scheduler to develop and implement detailed, constraint-based, production schedules to meet promised deliveries.
• Monitor and maintain optimal levels of raw materials (including steel), fabrication materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods to support production needs.
• Implement and oversee an effective inventory and production control system.
• Provide technical guidance in the use and optimization of the Epicor ERP system.
• Effectively manage the procurement team to ensure timely procurement of raw materials and components.
• Continuously identify areas for improvement in production processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and increase productivity.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, purchasing, and quality personnel regarding material status and production planning issues.
• Assist in the development and formulation of long and short-range planning, improvement programs, and both individual and department objectives.
• Prepare regular reports on production objectives, performance, and compliance for management review.
• Achieve optimum employee levels with appropriate amounts of overhead and expenditures to meet an annual budgetary plan.
• Hire, train, develop and evaluate staff. Take corrective action as necessary on a timely basis and in accordance with company policy.
• Perform miscellaneous duties and projects as assigned and required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, operations management, supply chain management, or related field preferred, but not required.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, and control in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment; desired.
• Proficient use of ERP and MRP systems. (Epicor experience preferred).
• Experienced with MS Office, particularly skilled in utilizing MS Excel at an advanced level.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrate strong leadership and team management abilities.

MISSION STATEMENT:

F&P Georgia (FPG) is committed to excel in the world's automotive suspension component market and to be recognized as the # 1 supplier in the industry. This goal can be accomplished by providing our customers with unrivaled customer service for the highest quality automotive components manufactured in a cost-effective manner.

These objectives are only obtained by creating a culture and environment, which is supportive of this goal and with associates who share a common vision for the accomplishment of this mission. To provide this spirit of camaraderie, the following statements will set the direction of operation at FPG.

We will conduct our affairs on the foundations and principles of mutual respect.

We will refuse to accept status quo. Our mode of conduct will be Think, Act and Evolve.

We will face adversity with a spirit of challenge.

We will maintain flexibility to allow us to make decisions quickly and to respond to change.

We will be good corporate citizens and add value to the environment and the communities in which we live and work.