Senior Manager, Production Control Operations at Stable Auto

Warsaw, Indiana, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Automotive, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Willing to relocate to Warsaw, Indiana (relocation assistance provided)
Experience in a hands-on leadership role in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Ability to oversee material management, scheduling, inventory, kitting, lineside delivery, and service parts management
Knowledge of safety, quality, and environmental regulations in material handling and logistics
Expertise in collaborating with material planning, production control engineering, logistics, engineering, and production teams
Proficiency in monitoring and resolving material shortages, delivery delays, and inventory discrepancies
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems, BOM accuracy, and engineering changes
Skills in tracking, analyzing, and optimizing KPIs (e.g., inventory accuracy, material availability, schedule adherence, inventory turnover, dock-to-stock time, line stoppages, cycle-count accuracy, material handling efficiency, scrap/obsolescence rate)
Capability to lead continuous improvement (kaizen) initiatives and facilitate daily tier meetings/escalation routines

Responsibilities

Direct daily operations of material management at the factory, including scheduling, inventory management, kitting, lineside delivery, and service parts management to ensure seamless workflow and timely production fulfillment
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of Material Operations, Third-Party Logistics (3PL), and service part management staff, fostering a collaborative and accountable environment
Ensure strict adherence to safety, quality, and environmental regulations across all material handling and logistics processes
Collaborate with material planning and production control engineering teams to validate new processes, equipment, and facility layouts for operational excellence and maximum throughput
Review, synchronize, and provide actionable feedback to material and production planning teams to align production schedules with material availability, supplier readiness, and build requirements
Coordinate with logistics, engineering, and production departments to align material strategies with build requirements and takt time objectives
Proactively monitor and resolve material shortages, delivery delays, and inventory discrepancies in real time to prevent production disruptions
Facilitate daily tier meetings and escalation routines to maintain build integrity and resolve operational challenges
Support incoming inspection activities, ensure Bill of Materials (BOM) accuracy, and oversee implementation of engineering changes
Partner with material planning and IT teams to maintain ERP/MRP system accuracy and seamless data exchange with warehouse and shop-floor control systems
Track, analyze, and optimize key performance indicators (KPIs), including inventory accuracy, material availability rate, schedule adherence, inventory turnover, dock-to-stock time, line stoppages due to shortages, cycle-count accuracy, material handling efficiency, and scrap or obsolescence rate
Drive ongoing improvements in material flow, cycle counting practices, and system integration to enhance reliability and efficiency
Lead material kaizen initiatives to enhance flow, reliability, and efficiency

Skills

material management

inventory management

scheduling

kitting

lineside delivery

kaizen

continuous improvement

production control

supply chain operations

leadership

Stable Auto

Optimizes charging infrastructure for electric vehicle fleets

About Stable Auto

Stable Auto optimizes the charging infrastructure for electric vehicle (EV) fleets, catering to logistics companies, public transportation agencies, and corporate fleets transitioning to electric vehicles. The company provides advanced software and consulting services that utilize machine learning and operations research to help clients identify the best locations for charging stations, determine optimal charging times, and minimize both capital and operational expenditures. By simulating real-world fleet behaviors, Stable Auto delivers actionable insights that enhance performance and reduce costs. Their revenue model includes subscription fees for their software platform and consulting fees for tailored advisory services. The team consists of experts in machine learning, operations, and energy, enabling them to offer practical solutions that improve fleet management.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$18.4MTotal Funding

SERIES_ACompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Consulting, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

11-50Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Remote Work Options

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Parental Leave

Risks

Increased competition from established players like Shell may limit market share.

Low utilization rates of EV chargers threaten the profitability of infrastructure investments.

Rapid growth in public fast charging sites may reduce demand for consulting services.

Differentiation

Stable Auto uses machine learning to optimize EV fleet charging infrastructure.

The company offers customized solutions tailored to each client's specific needs.

Stable Auto's team includes experts from top companies and academic institutions.

Upsides

Partnerships with companies like Blink Charging enhance Stable Auto's market presence.

The rise of vehicle-to-grid technology offers new revenue streams for fleet operators.

AI-driven predictive maintenance reduces downtime and maintenance costs for charging stations.

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