Materials Controller

Schaeffler

Materials Controller managing production flow to support manufacturing operations for Schaeffler, a global technology firm. Ensuring inventory availability and process coordination to enhance performance.

Posted 6/4/2026full-timeFort Mill • South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Hard Skills

production controlorder managementinventory managementproduction booking processesreporting toolsprocess planningcost performancesequencingperformance analysis

Soft Skills

communication skillsanalytical skillsproactive working stylecoordination skillsstructured working style

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's degreetechnical trainingcommercial training

Industry Keywords

supply chainmanufacturingproduction flowmaterial availabilityorder freeze

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support smooth production flow by keeping materials, orders, and sequencing on track to ensure manufacturing delivered as agreed.
Coordinate ordering processes and production bookings to ensure manufacturing follows the agreed order freeze.
Verify that production orders are booked correctly and aligned with current delivery requirements.
Monitor order costs with a focus on quality and identify potential deviations early.
Track inventory levels and work closely with supply chain teams to secure material availability.
Prepare and analyze production performance reports to highlight improvement opportunities.
Adjust machine sequencing on a shift basis to support efficient operations.
Contribute to end-to-end process planning and control across the supply chain, with attention to time and cost performance.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or completed technical or commercial training, or a comparable qualification.
3+ years relevant experience in production control, order management, supply chain, or process planning.
Good understanding of production booking processes, inventory management, and reporting tools.
Confident communication skills in English; additional languages are a plus.
Structured, analytical, and proactive working style with strong coordination skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities