What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Controller Assistant position at Teledyne Technologies Inc.?
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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.
We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.
Job Description
Position Summary
The Production Control Assistant supports the planning, coordination, and execution of production activities for Penetrator products and assigned programs at Teledyne DGO. This role assists with schedule management, work order tracking, material coordination, and cross‑functional communication to ensure production goals, program milestones, and customer commitments are met. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support Production Control and Program teams in coordinating daily production activities for Penetrator builds and assigned programs
- Assist with production scheduling, job tracking, and work order status updates within ERP/MRP systems (e.g., IFS Cloud)
- Monitor and report on production progress, shortages, and schedule risks
- Help coordinate material availability by working closely with Purchasing, Stockroom, and Manufacturing
- Prepare and maintain production documentation, reports, and trackers to support program visibility
- Assist with planning meetings, production reviews, and program status updates
- Track open issues, action items, and deliverables related to production and program execution
- Support Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing with documentation flow, revisions, and shop floor needs
- Ensure accurate data entry and maintenance of production records and system transactions
- Comply with all company policies, safety requirements, and quality standards
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or coursework in business, manufacturing, or supply chain preferred
- 1–3 years of experience in manufacturing, production control, scheduling, or administrative support (preferred)
- Strong organizational and time‑management skills with attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)
- Ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams in a production environment
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment (Aerospace, Defense, Oil & Gas, or similar)
- Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems such as IFS, SAP, or similar
- Basic understanding of production planning, material flow, and manufacturing processes
- Experience supporting multiple programs or product lines simultaneously
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
- Ability to work in a manufacturing and office environment
- Occasional walking on the production floor
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. as needed
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Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.
Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.