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Production Control III (H/F) - NORTHWEST AEROSPACE TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
AEROCONTACT, Everett, Washington, us, 98213
Production Control III (H/F) – NORTHWEST AEROSPACE TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
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Production Control III (H/F)
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Mission Description The Production Control III role serves as the primary operations liaison within the Integrated Product Team (IPT), responsible for coordinating, analyzing, and tracking the flow of materials through manufacturing departments. This position communicates program health to operations and partners with all NAT departments to ensure quality products are delivered on time. The role collaborates closely with Program Management to drive IPT status, identify requirements, and meet program milestones. Leveraging aerospace and operations expertise, the position identifies and mitigates risks early in the program lifecycle, understands internal and external constraints, and implements countermeasures to remove obstacles. The role sets priorities for operations to achieve program goals and partners with Operations Managers, Team Leaders, and Production Control I to ensure alignment and clarity on expectations. Additionally, it consults with Operations Leaders to adjust plans as needed.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Program Responsibilities:
Conduct and support business case and plan analyses
Assist with operations risk assessments
Facilitate production preparation planning
Co‑lead First Article Inspection (FAI) and Last Article Inspection (LAI)
Conduct production readiness reviews
Support development and oversight of program budgets
Collect and document lessons learned for continuous improvement
Act as a liaison between program management and operations
Identify and report roadblocks and execution gaps with recommended solutions
Operational Responsibilities:
Set program priorities and provide strategic guidance on daily issues
Prepare and lead operations‑focused IPT meetings (Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Warehouse)
Drive problem‑solving, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and recovery plans
Determine resource needs throughout development and production
Collaborate with leadership to ensure resource availability
Ensure accuracy of the Bill of Materials (BOM)
Coordinate with Planning to validate ERP‑generated production schedules
Manage project part shortages and expedite purchase orders with Purchasing
Support Production Control I with job and delivery requirements
Coordinate with Engineering on drawing releases and design improvements
Partner with Spares for pricing and lead time management
Review and resolve Material Review Board (MRB) items
Work closely with production to resolve manufacturing issues
Support lean product flow initiatives
Run weekly reports for program status visibility (e.g., Material Availability Reports, Kit Shortage Reports)
Communicate program details and milestones across operations and Quality
Oversee and ensure completeness of kit shipments
Coach and mentor Production Control I employees
Provide support to Assembly, Stores, Kitting, and Shipping as needed
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or certifications in project or program management a plus
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in aerospace production control
Strong knowledge of project and program management principles, including planning, scheduling, risk management, and status reporting
Proficient in Microsoft Excel (Macros, PivotTables, Charts) and experienced with business systems that support program lifecycle management (e.g., ERP, MRP, or project management software)
Comfortable collaborating and communicating effectively across all organizational levels
FAA A&P certificate is desirable but not required
Skills & Abilities
Ability to communicate well with others, both verbally and in written format
Proven ability to troubleshoot/problem solve
Ability to prioritize, multi‑task effectively, and work under pressure
Proven ability to manage multiple schedules and deadlines
Strong analytical abilities
Possess technical aptitude and perform basic mathematical calculations
Understanding of customer's expectations
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Consistent follow‑through on all assigned tasks
Broad knowledge of the field with proven management skills
Effective oral and written communications skills
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and assignments with attention to detail
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Staffing and Recruiting
Location
Kirkland, WA – $86,623.00–$129,883.00 (Posted 3 weeks ago)
Everett, WA – $76,000.00–$116,000.00 (Posted 1 day ago)
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Production Control III (H/F)
role at AEROCONTACT.
Mission Description The Production Control III role serves as the primary operations liaison within the Integrated Product Team (IPT), responsible for coordinating, analyzing, and tracking the flow of materials through manufacturing departments. This position communicates program health to operations and partners with all NAT departments to ensure quality products are delivered on time. The role collaborates closely with Program Management to drive IPT status, identify requirements, and meet program milestones. Leveraging aerospace and operations expertise, the position identifies and mitigates risks early in the program lifecycle, understands internal and external constraints, and implements countermeasures to remove obstacles. The role sets priorities for operations to achieve program goals and partners with Operations Managers, Team Leaders, and Production Control I to ensure alignment and clarity on expectations. Additionally, it consults with Operations Leaders to adjust plans as needed.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Program Responsibilities:
Conduct and support business case and plan analyses
Assist with operations risk assessments
Facilitate production preparation planning
Co‑lead First Article Inspection (FAI) and Last Article Inspection (LAI)
Conduct production readiness reviews
Support development and oversight of program budgets
Collect and document lessons learned for continuous improvement
Act as a liaison between program management and operations
Identify and report roadblocks and execution gaps with recommended solutions
Operational Responsibilities:
Set program priorities and provide strategic guidance on daily issues
Prepare and lead operations‑focused IPT meetings (Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Warehouse)
Drive problem‑solving, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and recovery plans
Determine resource needs throughout development and production
Collaborate with leadership to ensure resource availability
Ensure accuracy of the Bill of Materials (BOM)
Coordinate with Planning to validate ERP‑generated production schedules
Manage project part shortages and expedite purchase orders with Purchasing
Support Production Control I with job and delivery requirements
Coordinate with Engineering on drawing releases and design improvements
Partner with Spares for pricing and lead time management
Review and resolve Material Review Board (MRB) items
Work closely with production to resolve manufacturing issues
Support lean product flow initiatives
Run weekly reports for program status visibility (e.g., Material Availability Reports, Kit Shortage Reports)
Communicate program details and milestones across operations and Quality
Oversee and ensure completeness of kit shipments
Coach and mentor Production Control I employees
Provide support to Assembly, Stores, Kitting, and Shipping as needed
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or certifications in project or program management a plus
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in aerospace production control
Strong knowledge of project and program management principles, including planning, scheduling, risk management, and status reporting
Proficient in Microsoft Excel (Macros, PivotTables, Charts) and experienced with business systems that support program lifecycle management (e.g., ERP, MRP, or project management software)
Comfortable collaborating and communicating effectively across all organizational levels
FAA A&P certificate is desirable but not required
Skills & Abilities
Ability to communicate well with others, both verbally and in written format
Proven ability to troubleshoot/problem solve
Ability to prioritize, multi‑task effectively, and work under pressure
Proven ability to manage multiple schedules and deadlines
Strong analytical abilities
Possess technical aptitude and perform basic mathematical calculations
Understanding of customer's expectations
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Consistent follow‑through on all assigned tasks
Broad knowledge of the field with proven management skills
Effective oral and written communications skills
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and assignments with attention to detail
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Staffing and Recruiting
Location
Kirkland, WA – $86,623.00–$129,883.00 (Posted 3 weeks ago)
Everett, WA – $76,000.00–$116,000.00 (Posted 1 day ago)
Additional Information Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at AEROCONTACT by 2x.
Sign up to set job alerts for “Production Control Specialist” roles.
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