Production Control Supervisor

Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection. What we offer: At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are. Group Summary: The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets. Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world. Job Responsibilities: General Job Duties Lead continuous process improvement within Production Control while coordinating customer demand, supplier requirements, electronic data interchange (EDI), and production scheduling. Empower the team to identify inefficiencies, solve recurring problems, and sustain improvements that strengthen material flow, inventory accuracy, production reliability, and customer delivery. Specific Job Duties Review customer releases to identify changes in demand and keep scheduling priorities aligned. Coordinate customer claims through Nascote Sales Administration to support timely resolution. Partner across departments to coordinate production schedules, align priorities, and continuously improve scheduling processes to reduce disruptions and support customer delivery. Plan plant inventories and cycle counts, monitor inventory accuracy, and use discrepancy trends to identify root causes and improve inventory control processes. Build effective customer relationships through clear, timely communication. Build a culture of continuous process improvement by engaging direct reports in identifying waste, developing practical solutions, and improving work quality and productivity. Equip employees with the training and information they need to succeed, including updated requirements and improved work methods, so process changes are understood and sustained. Ensure direct reports follow all safety, quality, environmental, and BOS policies and procedures. Support employee development through coaching and counseling in accordance with company policies. Complete timely performance appraisals that provide clear feedback and direction for direct reports. Apply disciplinary action when necessary, ensuring fair and consistent treatment of employees. Maintain attendance records, approve time sheets, and manage vacation approvals. Provide hands-on technical support to resolve daily issues, identify underlying causes, and implement lasting process improvements that prevent recurrence. Identify skill-development needs and recommend training programs for assigned employees. Foster a healthy, positive, and safe work environment. Maintain an acceptable attendance record to support consistent department leadership. Use supplier delivery ratings and inventory control analysis to prioritize improvement opportunities, implement corrective actions, and verify results. Set up and monitor EDI requirements, and improve information-exchange processes to increase accuracy and reduce recurring errors and manual rework. Support new program launches by applying lessons learned and establishing effective Production Control processes that can be refined as production needs evolve. Lead department meetings to review process performance, capture employee improvement ideas, and track actions and results, ensuring meeting documentation is recorded and maintained. Lead o…

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