{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"f2a3378961e5a5a3abc22829","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f2a3378961e5a5a3abc22829","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f2a3378961e5a5a3abc22829","title":"Production Controller","description":"Production Controller 1\n\nClient: Northrop Grumman\nLocation: Oxnard, CA – On-site\nPay Rate: $25–$37/hr W2\nContract: 12 Months\n\nJob Summary:\n\nNorthrop Grumman is looking for a Production Controller 1 to support manufacturing and production operations in Oxnard, CA. This role will focus on managing inventory, materials, production kits, and the movement of parts to ensure production stays on schedule.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\n* Manage and track inventory and materials for production.\n* Receive, record, and distribute incoming materials.\n* Maintain accurate inventory records using an ERP/MRP system.\n* Prepare and manage production kits and research missing parts.\n* Coordinate with Production, Quality, Purchasing, and other teams to resolve material issues.\n* Perform cycle counts and verify quantities, part numbers, revisions, and storage locations.\n* Move and expedite materials between departments to support production schedules.\n* Identify material shortages and help resolve them quickly.\n* Pack and ship materials using UPS, FedEx, and other carriers.\n* Maintain proper material traceability and follow company quality procedures.\n* Support 5S and continuous improvement activities.\n* Use Microsoft Office and other software to track work and meet deadlines.\n\nBasic Qualifications:\n\n* High School Diploma or equivalent.\n* Experience with inventory or warehouse operations.\n* Experience using an ERP/MRP system; Deltek Costpoint experience is preferred.\n* Ability to use a forklift and other warehouse equipment.\n* Good communication and organizational skills.\n* Ability to work effectively in a team environment.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\n* Experience with kitting in a manufacturing environment.\n* Experience working between manufacturing and inventory teams.\n* Aerospace or defense manufacturing experience is a plus.\n* Strong attention to detail and ability to identify material shortages.\n\nPay: $25.63 - $37.00 per hour\n\nBenefits:\n* 401(k)\n* Dental insurance\n* Flexible schedule\n* Health insurance\n* Life insurance\n* Paid time off\n* Vision insurance\n\nWork Location: In person","company":"First Tek","rawCompany":"first tek","city":"Oxnard","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-19T20:06:22.821Z","occupations":[{"code":"43-5061.00","title":"Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerks","slug":"production-planning-and-expediting-clerks"},{"code":"43-5071.00","title":"Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks","slug":"shipping-receiving-and-inventory-clerks"},{"code":"11-3051.00","title":"Industrial Production Managers","slug":"industrial-production-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"336413","title":"Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"other-aircraft-parts-and-auxiliary-equipment-manufacturing"},{"code":"332710","title":"Machine Shops","slug":"machine-shops"},{"code":"336411","title":"Aircraft Manufacturing","slug":"aircraft-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Production Controller","description":"Production Controller 1\n\nClient: Northrop Grumman\nLocation: Oxnard, CA – On-site\nPay Rate: $25–$37/hr W2\nContract: 12 Months\n\nJob Summary:\n\nNorthrop Grumman is looking for a Production Controller 1 to support manufacturing and production operations in Oxnard, CA. 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