Production Control Coordinator or Manager (Carol Stream)

About the Company

MultiTech, founded in 1993 and headquartered in Carol Stream, IL, is a top provider of highly engineered metal components and assemblies. MultiTech serves the Automotive, Industrial, Hydraulics and Power Transmission & Distribution market industries, with sales of $180 million. MultiTech operates seven manufacturing facilities and six distribution sites in the US, Mexico, and Asia. Our mission is to build a leading global metal manufacturing and assembly organization combining technology with superior quality manufacturing capabilities executed by our best asset - our employees. The ideal candidate will build on their experience and skills while growing with the company through career advancement opportunities.

About the Role

The Production Control Coordinator is responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating production activities to ensure efficient workflow, on-time delivery, and accurate ERP system data. Works closely with Operations, Purchasing, and Shipping to support daily manufacturing needs.

Responsibilities

• ERP Management (Epicor):
• Maintain and update production schedules within Epicor.
• Create and release work orders/jobs and ensure all required data is accurate.
• Monitor job statuses and perform job closings in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate BOM/routing changes when identified thru Engineering.

Production Scheduling:

• Schedule primary machines and key resources to optimize throughput and minimize downtime.
• Adjust schedules based on priority changes, machine availability, material constraints, and customer needs.
• Communicate daily schedule priorities with Production Supervisors.

Material Coordination:

• Release raw material to jobs and ensure correct inventory transactions.
• Prevent shortages and ensure timely material availability.

Workflow & Coordination:

• Track WIP levels and move jobs through departments as required.
• Support continuous improvement to reduce bottlenecks and improve lead times.
• Maintain strong communication with Manufacturing, Quality, and Shipping teams.
• Reporting & Accuracy:
• Analyze and resolve Epicor transaction errors, quantity discrepancies, and job variances.
• Generate daily/weekly production reports for management review.

Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems; Epicor experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing workflows and machine scheduling.
• Ability to interpret work orders, BOMs, and blueprints (a plus).
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.

Job Metrics / Success Indicators:

• On-time delivery performance
• Schedule adherence and machine utilization
• Accuracy of inventory and job costing
• Reduction in late jobs and production bottlenecks

Equal Opportunity Statement

MultiTech Industries is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.