Remote

Hybrid

Production Control Specialist

SME INDUSTRIES

full time

West Jordan, UT21 days ago

SME INDUSTRIES

Production Control Specialist

West Jordan, UT

full time

On-site

Mining

About This Job

Production Control – Role Overview

In this role, you will be responsible for processing Transmittals from the Detailer and ensuring they are properly imported into PowerFab. This includes reviewing their content for accuracy, tracking revisions, and coordinating with relevant parties so changes are effectively incorporated into the production flow.

Your focus is on coordinating between Production Control, the Command Center, Project Management, Detailing, and other departments. You will also help facilitate ILTs (Inspection List Transmittals) and Work Orders, ensuring they reach the shops in a timely manner. In addition, you will assist with Document Control tasks whenever necessary.

Key Responsibilities

Transmittal & Revision Management

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Review incoming Transmittals from Detailers to ensure all required information is present.

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Monitor and document revisions, coordinating with Project Managers and Shop Supervisors to integrate these updates seamlessly into production.

Production Coordination & Scheduling

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Prioritize jobs according to project deadlines, resource availability, and shop capacity.

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Maintain open communication with procurement and inventory teams to confirm needed materials, consumables, and hardware are on hand before production starts.

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Collaborate with supervisors to plan labor allocation, machine usage, and minimize downtime.

Cross-Functional Liaison

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Serve as the central point of contact between the shop floor and management, quickly relaying any issues or delays that could impact schedules.

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Communicate with Project Management, Detailing, and other stakeholders about production status, pending issues, and newly identified priorities.

Data & Document Management

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Generate daily/weekly progress reports to keep leadership informed of key metrics and potential risks.

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Maintain accurate records of production in ERP/MRP systems or spreadsheets.

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Support Document Control processes, ensuring all changes are tracked and properly archived.

Continuous Improvement

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Analyze production data to identify potential bottlenecks or inefficiencies.

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Suggest solutions or process improvements that boost productivity or reduce costs.

Problem-Solving & Pressure Management

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Anticipate potential issues (e.g., material shortages, scheduling conflicts) and proactively develop resolutions.

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Demonstrate a calm, methodical approach when handling time-sensitive challenges.

Required Skills & Qualifications

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Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., PowerFab) for data entry and tracking.

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Understanding of structural steel fabrication processes and the ability to read shop drawings.

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Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to pivot priorities based on production demands.

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Excellent communication and teamwork abilities to coordinate across multiple departments.

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Prior experience or knowledge of processes in fabrication is a plus.

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Self-motivated and proactive, able to work independently while keeping the team informed.

ABOUT US:

SME Steel Contractors has provided comprehensive structural steel fabrication and erection since 1992 and is one of the largest fabricators/erectors of structural steel in the United States. Driven to be different from all others, SME is a division 5 company with a commitment to safety, value, and innovation. Visit https://smesteel.com/ to learn more. SME Steel Contractors is a division of SME Industries, Inc.

Why Join Us?

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Health and Wellness Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability and Life Insurance.

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Financial Benefits including competitive compensation and 401(k) plan.

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Additional Benefits including Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off, Employee Assistance Program, and more.

Position Responsibilities:This job posting reflects the current assignment of essential functions and is not meant to be all-inclusive. Duties and responsibilities may be assigned or reassigned to this position at any time.

Equal Employment Opportunity: SME Industries, Inc. and its divisions (SME Steel Contractors, Southwest Steel, CoreBrace, DuraFuse, and SME Logistics) is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or any other protected group status or non-job-related characteristic as directed by law.

Employment Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future. Proof of eligibility will be required upon hire.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

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401(k)

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401(k) matching

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Dental insurance

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Employee assistance program

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Health insurance

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Health savings account

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Life insurance

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Paid time off

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Vision insurance

Schedule:

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Day shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Production Control Specialist

Production Control Specialist

About This Job

Key Responsibilities

Transmittal & Revision Management

Production Coordination & Scheduling

Cross-Functional Liaison

Data & Document Management

Continuous Improvement

Problem-Solving & Pressure Management

Required Skills & Qualifications

ABOUT US:

Why Join Us?

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Schedule:

•Day shift

Work Location: In person

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Day shift