Production Control Specialist
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Offshore 24/7 helps manufacturing and industrial companies build reliable offshore operations teams. Hire experienced Production Control Specialists to monitor schedules, manage work orders, and coordinate shop floor activities without local hiring delays.
From maintaining MRP systems and controlling inventory to keeping production moving and resolving material shortages, our professionals help your factory maintain schedule adherence and deliver on time.
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Your manufacturing output is only as reliable as your shop floor control
Essential Production Control Specialist Skills
Factories operate on strict schedules where poor work order management, missing materials, and delayed shop floor reporting can halt production and compromise delivery dates. Disconnected supply chains leave operations scrambling to recover.
Offshore 24/7 provides experienced Production Control Specialists equipped with the technical skills to manage MRP, coordinate with procurement, and track production progress so your manufacturing floor stays highly efficient.
Education & Training
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or a related discipline is preferred.
- Strong written and verbal English communication.
- Professional coordination, planning, and problem-solving skills.
- Commitment to ongoing learning in production control, MRP, and manufacturing operations.
Ideal Experience
- 2 to 5 years of experience in production control, manufacturing operations, or production planning.
- Experience monitoring production schedules, work orders, and shop floor activities.
- Familiarity with MRP, inventory control, material coordination, and production reporting.
- Experience supporting manufacturing or industrial production environments.
Core Technical Skills
- Proficiency in production control, work order management, and schedule execution.
- Strong knowledge of MRP, manufacturing workflows, inventory control, and production planning.
- Ability to monitor production progress, coordinate materials, resolve production issues, and maintain schedule adherence.
- Effective collaboration with Production, Planning, Warehouse, Procurement, and Operations teams.
Key Tools & Platforms
- Manufacturing Systems: SAP PP, SAP S/4HANA, Oracle ERP.
- Reporting & Analytics: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power BI.
- Communication & Collaboration: Microsoft Teams, Outlook.
Performance Metrics
- Business Outcome: Efficient production execution supporting on-time manufacturing and customer delivery.
- Operational KPIs: Schedule adherence, work order completion, production output, material availability, and downtime.
- Operational Excellence: Controlled production flow, efficient shop floor coordination, timely issue resolution, and reliable manufacturing execution.
Our specialists work directly inside your MRP systems, SAP platforms, and coordination workflows — operating as a seamless extension of your internal operations team, not a disconnected outsourced layer.
Tools & Differentiators
Process-driven. MRP-aligned. Ready for the Factory Floor.
Manufacturing-Specific Vetting
Every candidate is rigorously assessed on their understanding of MRP execution, work order management, shop floor activities, and material coordination before reaching your shortlist.
ERP & MRP Expertise
Candidates are equipped to work seamlessly inside advanced enterprise platforms like SAP PP, SAP S/4HANA, and Oracle ERP environments from day one.
Shop Floor Alignment
Your offshore control specialists follow your specific production schedules, inventory protocols, escalation paths, and internal execution strategies.
Reliable Cross-Functional Communication
Manufacturing requires precise coordination. Staff are selected for excellent English proficiency, enabling clear communication with Production, Warehouse, and Procurement teams.
Scale During Peak Production
Expand your coordination capacity during seasonal volume spikes, new product introductions, or operational scaling phases without the friction of local hiring.
Secure & Confidential Operations
Handling proprietary operational data requires strict privacy. All staff operate under tight NDAs and secure IT environments aligned with your organizational compliance standards.
Engagement Process
From brief to operational control support in days
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Your Brief
Tell us your current shop floor challenges, the MRP and ERP platforms you use (like SAP PP), and the specific execution support you need.
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Receive Shortlist
We shortlist 2–3 pre-vetted candidates matched to your manufacturing environment, software stack, and ideal coordination background within 48 hours.
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Interview & Assess
Meet candidates, evaluate their MRP logic skills, manufacturing understanding, and prior operational experience, then select your best match.
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Onboard & Go Live
We handle contracts, HR, equipment, and secure IT setup so your new Production Control Specialist can integrate into your operations team immediately.
Answers
Frequently Asked Questions About Hiring Offshore Production Control Specialists
What exactly does an offshore Production Control Specialist do?
They monitor production schedules, manage work orders, coordinate material availability, track shop floor execution progress, and actively resolve manufacturing bottlenecks to ensure schedule adherence.
Are they familiar with ERP/MRP systems like SAP and Oracle?
Yes. We source candidates with experience in industry-standard enterprise software like SAP PP, SAP S/4HANA, and Oracle ERP specifically tailored to production planning and material requirements planning.
Do they understand manufacturing workflows?
Absolutely. Candidates typically hold degrees in Industrial Engineering or Supply Chain Management and bring 2-5 years of direct experience executing production orders, managing inventory control, and ensuring material flow on the shop floor.
How do you assess candidates before shortlisting them?
Candidates undergo technical assessments focused on work order management, material coordination, MRP system navigation, and their ability to solve typical shop floor scheduling disruptions.
How is sensitive operational data protected?
Data security is paramount. All offshore staff operate under strict NDAs, adhere to enterprise data privacy protocols, and utilize secure, monitored IT environments aligned with your firm's compliance standards.
Can offshore staff align with our plant's operational hours?
Yes. Staff schedules can be fully aligned to your primary operational time zone, ensuring seamless communication with your plant managers, supervisors, and warehouse teams.
How fast can I hire a Production Control Specialist?
Most manufacturing clients receive a shortlist of pre-vetted candidates within 48 hours. After interviews and selection, the onboarding process is streamlined so they can start supporting your shop floor quickly.
Transparent Pricing
All-inclusive rates. Operational support without hiring complexity.
One predictable monthly rate covers compensation, payroll, HR, equipment, account management, and operational support infrastructure. No recruitment fees. No hidden setup costs.
