Material Control Associate Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

NOW HIRING: We are looking for a Production Control Associate to join our Transportation & Infrastructure (T&I) Winsted team. The Production Control Associate s responsible for performing daily Planning & Scheduling and Production Control activities along with and providing manufacturing support.

This is an onsite opportunity in Winsted, MN.

Job Title: Production Control Associate
Location: onsite in Winsted, MN
Salary Range: $22.95 – 27.00 per hour (Non-Exempt)
(In compliance with Minnesota Pay Transparency Law, this range reflects the anticipated compensation for this role. Actual pay may vary based on experience, education, and other factors.)
Shift Schedule: 1st shift Monday – Friday 7am – 4pm
Shift Differential: 1stshift - N/A

As a Production Control Associate, you will:

• Perform standard production control quality checks ensuring accuracy of jobs before releasing to production
• Completes job orders including validation of material consumption and labor transactions
• Executes job change orders
• Creates tags for material in process and finished materials
• Creates and updates reports to support the manufacturing (i.e. CARES, labor reports, DMR, etc.)
• Updates the manufacturing system for WIP
• Reconciles and ensures proper paperwork is available for operations
• Facilitate and support continuous improvement opportunities

Role qualifications as an Production Control Associate:

• Bachelor’s degree and 0 years’ experience OR a high school diploma and a minimum of 4 years’ experience in manufacturing and ERP systems
• Prefer experience in production control and/or scheduling
• Microsoft Office skills; particularly with Excel
• High attention to detail and critical thinking/problem solving
• MRP/ERP knowledge
• Ability to solve practical problems and make decisions within a set of guidelines
• Ability to read and understand required internal manufacturing paperwork
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English
• Ability to work with others as part of a high-performance team
• Ability to work under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or procedures

Work Environment (Office Roles):

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit/stand; talk or hear; and use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk short distances. On occasion, the employee may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. While on the production floor, all employees are required to wear company-provided personal protective equipment (PPE).

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. A reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Join Millerbernd Manufacturing – Where Your Career Can Take Shape

About Us: At Millerbernd, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. We're dedicated to creating meaningful opportunities where you can unlock your potential, turn ideas into action, and be part of a skilled, diverse, and driven team. From day one, you’ll experience a supportive and dynamic environment designed to help you grow and succeed.

What We Offer:

Comprehensive Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Two medical plan options, with company HSA contributions
• Health & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA) – For medical and dependent care expenses
• Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-/long-term disability
• Voluntary Benefits – Including optional life, legal & ID protection, accident & critical illness insurance

Financial Security

• 401(k) with 4% Match – Immediate vesting
• Incentive Pay – Performance-based bonus programs depending on your role and shift
  • Certain roles are eligible for the Performance-based “Freight Train Profit Sharing (FTPS)” Incentive plans
  • This team incentive plan has a weekly goal and a weekly stretch goal
  • If goals are achieved, the monthly payout can be up to $1,000 per eligible employee

Work-Life Balance

• Accrual Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $5,250/year for job-related education
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support services
• Onsite Training – Includes leadership, welding, and language courses
• Uniform Subsidy – For eligible roles

Benefits available to employees working 30+ hours/week. 401(k) available to all employees.

What to Expect from the Hiring Process

1. Submit Your Application – Our internal Talent Acquisition Team personally reviews every application
2. Phone Interview – If your background aligns with the role, we’ll reach out for an introductory call
3. Onsite Interview & Facility Tour – Get a firsthand look at what it's like to work at Millerbernd
4. Follow-Up & Offer – Stay informed throughout the process; most decisions are made within 3–10 business days

We're an Equal Opportunity Employer

Millerbernd Manufacturing Company is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Ready to shape your future with us?
Apply today and discover what’s possible at Millerbernd.