Production Control Team Member

ABOUT SLATE

At Slate were building safe reliable vehicles that people can afford personalize and loveand doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate because people should have control over how their trucks look feel and represent them.

The Production Control Team Member supports the efficient flow of materials parts and information across the vehicle assembly plant. This role is responsible for inventory accuracy line-side replenishment cycle counting receiving and shipping operations and the safe operation of powered industrial vehicles (PIVs) to ensure uninterrupted production. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented safety-conscious and thrives in a fast-paced high-volume manufacturing environment.

Material Flow & Line-Side Support

• Execute scheduled milk runs to deliver parts and sub-assemblies to line-side stations using tugger trains and carts
• Replenish kanban bins supermarkets and point-of-use locations to maintain continuous production flow
• Monitor material consumption rates and escalate shortages or discrepancies to the production control supervisor
• Coordinate with kitting and sequencing teams to ensure correct parts are delivered in the correct sequence
• Kit and sequence parts and components into bins carts and racks per build schedule to support line-side and assembly operations

Inventory Management & Cycle Counting

• Perform daily weekly and monthly cycle counts per the established count schedule to ensure inventory accuracy
• Report count discrepancies immediately to the Team Leader Cycle Counter or Group Leader for investigation and resolution
• Maintain system-of-record accuracy for all part locations within assigned crib supermarket and storage areas
• Support physical inventory audits and year-end counts as required
• Document all cycle count results and maintain audit-ready records

Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV) Operation

• Safely operate forklifts (sit-down counterbalance reach truck) and tugger tow tractors in compliance with OSHA standards and plant PIV policies
• Conduct pre-shift PIV inspections and complete required checklists; report deficiencies immediately
• Adhere to all speed limits traffic lanes and pedestrian right-of-way protocols within the facility
• Maintain PIV certification and participate in required refresher training
• Report PIV incidents near-misses and unsafe conditions through the plant safety reporting system

Receiving & Shipping Support

• Support inbound receiving operations including unloading verification and inspection of incoming parts materials and supplier shipments against purchase orders and ASNs
• Accurately scan label and put-away received materials in designated warehouse or line-side locations using the WMS
• Assist with outbound shipping activities including staging packing labeling and loading of finished goods returnable containers and supplier returns
• Verify shipment accuracy against bills of lading packing lists and shipping orders; document and escalate discrepancies
• Maintain a clean organized dock area and ensure compliance with FIFO and material handling procedures
• Coordinate with logistics and production planning teams to prioritize urgent inbound deliveries and expedite critical parts to the line

Quality Safety & Continuous Improvement

• Follow all plant safety procedures PPE requirements and ergonomic guidelines
• Identify and report damaged incorrect or non-conforming parts to the appropriate team
• Actively participate in 5S activities to maintain a clean organized and efficient work area
• Support Kaizen events standard work development and continuous improvement initiatives as directed

• High school diploma or GED required
• 1 year of experience in a manufacturing warehouse or production environment
• Current PIV/forklift certification or ability to obtain certification within 30 days of hire
• Demonstrated experience performing cycle counts and using WMS or ERP inventory systems
• Experience supporting receiving and/or shipping operations in a manufacturing or distribution environment
• Basic computer literacy (data entry email WMS terminals)
• Ability to read and interpret work orders BOMs bills of lading and kanban signals

• Experience in automotive or vehicle assembly or high volume manufacturing
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles (kanban 5S standard work)
• Experience kitting and sequencing parts to a production build schedule
• Experience operating forklifts and tugger tow tractors
• SAP or Oracle or similar WMS experience

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted; team lift required for loads above 50 lbs
• Prolonged standing walking and bending throughout the shift
• Comfortable working in a climate-varying production environment (heat noise dust)
• Ability to operate PIVs for extended periods

This position works on the plant floor in an active vehicle assembly environment. Exposure to moving machinery PIV traffic and industrial noise is expected. The role may require rotating shifts (day afternoon night) weekend coverage and overtime during launch periods model changeovers or high-volume production cycles.

WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE

At Slate were fueled by grit determination and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence innovation and mutual respect and is motivated by shared principles.

• Safety First

• Delight Customers

• One Team

• Relentless Improvement

• Fast Frugal and Scrappy

• Respectful Collaboration

• Positive Legacy

WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.

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