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Production Controller

Cirrus
Grand Forks, ND Full Time
POSTED ON 11/13/2025 CLOSED ON 2/21/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Controller position at Cirrus?

Job Summary

Lead the production activity to meet business and financial objectives. Work with Managers to plan and manage production tasks to improve runtime and throughput using capacity analysis. Manage supply and demand through ERP system while reporting out through KPIs to support the business plan. Plan and monitor material movement in production cycles to ensure continuous operations. Plan equipment, material and manpower needs for job order.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:00pm

Job Duties And Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

  • Collaborate with personnel in Logistics, Production, and Quality by assisting with planning requirements, quantities and when to order by monitoring on-hand inventory.
  • Identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies by leading and working with cross functional teams.
  • Maintain ERP with correct lead times and stocking quantities.
  • Data verification and entry into ERP.
  • Monitor open purchase orders and work orders, provide status updates and track supplier deliveries both internal and external to support the production plan.
  • Assist Managers in controlling production costs while maintaining the quality standards.
  • Provide support for production activity control to meet business and financial objectives.
  • Monitor and report on production capacities using KPI’s to plan equipment, material and manpower needs for job order.
  • Review production plans to identify and report potential risks to Manager.
  • Review closed work orders work orders to understand variances between the standard and actuals.
  • Plan and monitor material movement in production cycles to ensure continuous operations.
  • Coordinate with Manager in resolving production planning and control issues.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to complete job orders on-time and within customer specifications.
  • Attend production meetings as required to support Supply Chain and Operations.

Qualifications

  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are a representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Competencies

  • Building effective teams
  • Resilient
  • Manage Complexity
  • Planning and Scheduling Practices
  • Resourceful
  • Problem Solving/Analysis
  • Communicate Effectively
  • Time Management
  • ERP management and data inputs
  • Microsoft Office
  • Meeting Etiquette
  • Data Analysis thru spreadsheets and KPIs
  • Data Reporting

Education And/or Experience

  • 2-4 years experience in manufacturing and/or Supply Chain.
  • Experience with purchasing, expediting, MRP/ERP systems, quality/continuous improvement initiatives, manufacturing safety practices and MS Office application.
  • APICS CPIM certification preferred, can be achieved post position acceptance.

Demonstrated Proficiencies/Skills/Abilities

Must be able to demonstrate the ability to read, write and speak the English language.

This opportunity is located in Grand Forks, ND

Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:

  • 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
  • Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
  • Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
  • Generous PTO: 100 hours accrued within the first year.
  • Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
  • Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
  • Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
  • Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.

These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.

Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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