What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Control Manager position at RedBalloon?
Company: Electric Mirror
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Job Summary
About Electric Mirror
At Electric Mirror, we create innovative, design-forward lighted mirrors and technology solutions used in hospitality, healthcare, and commercial environments worldwide. We combine engineering excellence with craftsmanship to deliver high-quality, custom products that elevate everyday experiences.
We’re looking for a leader who can connect engineering, planning, and production into one high-performing, scalable system.
About The Role
The Engineering & Production Control Manager is a key leadership role responsible for aligning engineering execution, production planning, and system integrity to ensure we deliver the right product, at the right time, with exceptional quality.
This role sits at the intersection of product design, manufacturing operations, and planning systems, driving efficiency from concept through production. You will lead a team, optimize workflows, and build scalable processes that support both standard production and highly customized orders.
Responsibilities
Lead Engineering Execution
RedBalloon posts jobs on behalf of client companies
Job Summary
About Electric Mirror
At Electric Mirror, we create innovative, design-forward lighted mirrors and technology solutions used in hospitality, healthcare, and commercial environments worldwide. We combine engineering excellence with craftsmanship to deliver high-quality, custom products that elevate everyday experiences.
We’re looking for a leader who can connect engineering, planning, and production into one high-performing, scalable system.
About The Role
The Engineering & Production Control Manager is a key leadership role responsible for aligning engineering execution, production planning, and system integrity to ensure we deliver the right product, at the right time, with exceptional quality.
This role sits at the intersection of product design, manufacturing operations, and planning systems, driving efficiency from concept through production. You will lead a team, optimize workflows, and build scalable processes that support both standard production and highly customized orders.
Responsibilities
Lead Engineering Execution
- Manage and prioritize engineering workloads to meet delivery timelines
- Lead, mentor, and grow a team of engineers
- Ensure accuracy and quality of all engineering documentation and design outputs
- Oversee product design, value engineering, and implementation of new products
- Support new product introductions (NPI) and customer-driven customizations
- Develop and manage production schedules to meet customer delivery commitments
- Oversee capacity planning, work order release, and material flow
- Monitor KPIs such as lead time, on-time delivery, and throughput
- Coordinate closely with Production, Sales, and Supply Chain to align demand and execution
- Own and optimize MRP/ERP and EPDM systems for planning and documentation
- Ensure accurate data, revision control, and system integrity
- Lead Engineering Change Request (ECR) processes across departments
- Implement and sustain Lean / Six Sigma improvements to reduce waste and increase efficiency
- Collaborate with Sales and customers on product requirements, timelines, and feasibility
- Support quoting, cost estimation, and forecasting activities
- Serve as a key connector between engineering, manufacturing, and business teams
- Hire, coach, and develop engineering and production planning staff
- Set clear priorities, track performance, and communicate progress
- Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration
- 7–10 years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, or production planning
- 3–5 years of people leadership experience
- Strong expertise with MRP/ERP systems and production scheduling
- Experience with EPDM/PDM systems and engineering documentation control
- Proven success in capacity planning, material flow, and on-time delivery performance
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma methodologies
- Background in new product introduction (NPI) and engineering change management
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage competing priorities
Salary : $110,000 - $130,000