Production Control Clerk

Company: Maynard Inc.
Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Pay Rate: $40,000 annually
Location: Fayetteville, AR

Position Summary

The Production Control Clerk plays a critical role in supporting manufacturing operations by maintaining accurate job creation, monitoring production schedules, and coordinating across departments to meet customer and contract requirements. This position serves as a key link between the shop floor, contracts, engineering, purchasing, and quality teams to ensure schedules and priorities are effectively managed.

Results and Responsibilities

• Accurate creation of new jobs based on shortages and/or contract direction
• Timely support of the Contracts Department by gathering and reporting scheduling and expedite requests to support customer needs and requirements
• Monitor and report manufacturing schedules as needed to ensure sales order schedules are maintained and supported
• Address shop floor scheduling issues as they arise and coordinate with Engineering, Contracts, Purchasing, and Quality to drive resolution
• Additional program management responsibilities as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Process-, procedure-, and quality-minded
• Understanding of shop processes, including process flow and best practices throughout the product lifecycle
• Self-motivated, team-oriented, and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer proficiency, including Word, Excel, Office, and PowerPoint
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, work instructions, and specifications
• Basic math skills, including calculations involving ratios, volume, and weight
• Basic understanding of quality procedures and requirements

Education and Experience Preferred

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) years of experience in a manufacturing and/or production environment
• Ability to prepare and publish written reports for customers and/or management

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Standing, squatting, kneeling, bending, and walking (up to 500 yards)
• Short periods of exposure to hot or cold temperatures
• Short periods of exposure to outdoor elements, including temperature, humidity, and precipitation
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to safety glasses, ear plugs, and gloves

Career Path Opportunities

• Maynard Inc. promotes personal and professional development for all employees
• Opportunities for advancement into roles with increasing responsibility and leadership
• Lateral career paths may include Purchasing, Production Control, Scheduling, Contracts, and Quality Engineering
• Advancement is based on performance, individual ability, company growth, and business needs

Benefits

• Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance
• SEP-IRA retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) available after a 60-day introductory period, with increased accrual based on tenure
• On-the-job training and mentorship
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Family-owned, team-oriented workplace culture
• Company focus on work ethic, productivity, problem-solving, and continual improvement