Production Control Specialist

**Job description**
- **Are you looking for an exciting and fulfilling career supporting world class automakers?**_

At MVA Stratford we are committed to exceeding customer expectations and striving towards continuous improvement through excellence in all aspects of Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Management.

We believe the key to our success is our people

We are seeking passionate, committed, and detail-oriented individuals to join our team

**About Us**:

- MVA Stratford_ is an injection moulding company with a focus on manufacturing and supplying parts to the automotive industry. Located in beautiful **Stratford, Ontario** and family-owned since 2010, MVA is growing rapidly, becoming a top performing automotive supplier. _MVA Stratford_ is passionate about producing high-quality materials for our customer base, as well as creating a positive, safe, and healthy work environment for all team members.

**Job Summary**

The **Production Control Specialist** will work under the direction of the Production Control Section Leader. This is a cross-functional position, working closely with other departments and requires a solid understanding of end-to-end supply chain in a manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for assisting a high-performing team, inbound/outbound logistics, international/domestic shipping, material handling, and raw material warehousing.

**Responsibilities**
- Assist with day-to-day logistics operations including shipping, receiving, and internal material handling
- Sustain warehouse layout and continuous improvement to maximize order picking efficiency
- Ensure inventory is stored safely, accurately, and properly identified
- Effectively maintain the order picking schedule for Just-In-Time delivery to customers
- Communicate effectively with Purchasing department, Supervisors, and Managers
- Assist with flow of Kanbans and labels to necessary areas of the plant
- Ensure manufacturing areas have a steady supply of materials while maintaining inventory accuracy
- Ensure efficient and accurate return of materials from manufacturing

**Shifts**
- Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
- Full-time, 40 hours per week
- Salary: Starting from $42,500 (based on experience)

**Qualifications**
- 2+ years experience in a Production Control role within a warehouse and/or logistics environment
- Proficient in ERP systems & Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles
- Familiarity with International Customs requirements & tariff codes
- Inventory reconciliation experience
- Toyota Production System experience considered an asset

**Why MVA Stratford?**
- A growing organization with a “promote from within” initiative
- Healthcare and dental benefits, plus Healthcare Spending Account (covers items not normally covered under standard benefits programs)
- 3% RSP employer-matched contribution

We thank all those who have expressed interest in the position, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: Starting from $42,500.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Production Control: 1 year (preferred)

Work remotely:

- No

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From $42,500.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Stratford, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One location