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Production Control Manager Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Primary Purpose of the Position Manages the plant Production Control & Integrated Business Planning functions as directed. Essential Responsible Areas: * Responsible for maintaining a safe and secure ...

The Production Control Planner III is responsible for managing production activities across multiple programs, driving resolution of schedule and material conflicts, and ensuring ERP data accuracy.

The Production Control Planner III is responsible for managing production activities across multiple programs, driving resolution of schedule and material conflicts, and ensuring ERP data accuracy.

Production Control Planner

Aurora, CO · On-site

$65K - $118K/yr

The Production Control Planner III is responsible for managing production activities across multiple programs, driving resolution of schedule and material conflicts, and ensuring ERP data accuracy.

Production Control Planner

Denver, CO · On-site

$65K - $118K/yr

The Production Control Planner III is responsible for managing production activities across multiple programs, driving resolution of schedule and material conflicts, and ensuring ERP data accuracy.

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Position Summary The Inventory Control Manager is responsible for inventory accuracy across our stores and warehouses as well as rental product quality at these locations. This in-person role is ...

Ensure document accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company standards and production requirements. * Manage document version control, revision tracking, and archival processes to ensure full ...

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How much do production control manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for production control manager in Colorado is $90,491.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,600.00 and $107,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a production control manager do?

A production control manager oversees day-to-day production activities and works to boost sales, efficiency, and labor productivity. As a production control manager, your duties involve managing production staff, coordinating machine repairs and maintenance, ensuring the project budget is met, and developing safety programs. Positions are most common with manufacturing and supply chain companies. A career as a production control manager typically requires at least an associate degree in engineering, business administration, or a related field, along with extensive experience in a factory setting. Some employers prefer a bachelor’s degree and prior management experience. Additional qualifications include strong interpersonal and managerial skills, as well as knowledge of the industry.

How does a production control manager typically collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth workflow?

A Production Control Manager works closely with various departments such as procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and quality assurance to coordinate production schedules and resolve bottlenecks. They regularly communicate with team leads and supervisors to monitor progress, adjust plans in response to unforeseen challenges, and ensure that materials and resources are available when needed. This collaborative approach helps maintain efficient operations, minimize downtime, and meet delivery deadlines. Effective cross-department communication is key to success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a production control manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Production Control Manager, you need expertise in production planning, inventory management, and supply chain logistics, usually supported by a bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems, Lean manufacturing tools, and production scheduling software is typically required. Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills enable effective coordination across departments and quick problem-solving. These skills ensure efficient workflow, cost control, and timely delivery in fast-paced manufacturing environments.

What is a production control manager?

A Production Control Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the scheduling, planning, and flow of production activities within a manufacturing facility. They ensure that production targets are met efficiently, materials and resources are properly allocated, and any potential delays or issues are addressed quickly. This role often involves working closely with other departments such as purchasing, inventory, and quality control to optimize production processes. Their goal is to maintain smooth operations and meet delivery deadlines while minimizing costs and waste.
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Infographic showing various Production Control Manager job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $90,491 per year, or $43.5 per hour.

Manager, Plant Production Control

Ball Corporation

Golden, CO

$98/hr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago


Ball rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

At Ball, integrity and trust are the foundation of who we are. Guided by our core values-"We Care. We Work. We Win."-we create a culture where every voice matters, and every idea drives progress.  

Together with our global employees, customers, and partners, we're turning bold sustainability goals into reality and shaping a future we can all be proud of. 

Create a new future. Apply Today. 

Primary Purpose of the Position

Manages the plant Production Control & Integrated Business Planning functions as directed.

Essential Responsible Areas:

  • Responsible for maintaining a safe and secure work environment.  This includes correcting unsafe acts/conditions, facilitating daily/weekly/monthly safety meetings, performing safety inspections, and investigating accidents, as required.
  • Supports development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the food safety system.
  • Provides management and administration of the plant Production Control and Integrated Business Planning functions as directed.
  • Works with Central Planning to schedule production of products (cans and ends) to fulfill customer requirements, meet shipping schedules and maintain appropriate inventory levels.
  • Manages the plant warehouse functions, and related operations and personnel, to accommodate storage and shipment of raw materials and finished goods.
  • Manages assigned external warehouses, including supplier management.  Coordinates with central Logistics, Quality, and Sourcing to resolve issues.
  • Provides forecast input for raw materials (i.e. metal, coatings, etc) to Sourcing.
  • Responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy of finished goods.
  • Supervises the receipt, storage, and control of raw material for use in production.
  • Coordinates with Order Fulfillment to resolve supply issues that are impacting customer deliveries
  • Coordinates resolution of transportation and logistics issues impacting customer deliveries
  • Manage production planning related to specific customer segments that require special administrative handling (ie Cash in Advance).  Works with other Ball entities, as required (completed by scheduler where applicable).
  • Supporting quality department on investigating on HFI, OSM, sort, and embargo as needed.
  • Initiates, reviews, masters, and follows all manuals, policies, procedures and work instructions for area of responsibility.
  • Establishes and maintains an employee relations climate of trust and confidence that will discourage third party interference; or establishes and maintains an employee relations climate of trust and confidence with employees, their union stewards and representatives which will promote achievement of plant and company goals.
  • Establishes and maintains effective work relationships within the department, the division, the group, and the company.  Includes ability to handle stress and to interact with others so as to establish and maintain a positive and productive work environment and minimize personal conflicts.

Position Requirement & Competencies:

  • Broad training in a related field usually acquired through college or work-related experience
  • Job related experience for 2 year(s) minimum
  • Ability to apply intensive and diversified evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard plant production control techniques, procedures, and criteria.
  • Ability to negotiate with customers/contractors to promote or sell ideas or concepts.
  • Ability to operate and functionally use a computer.
  • Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
  • Must be able to handle sensitive related and proprietary information in a confidential manner.
  • Performs such individual assignments as management may direct.
  • Working knowledge of the following areas:  business principles, legal practices, customer needs and expectations, production control practices and principles, and generally accepted managerial practices and procedures.
  • Must follow company policies, procedures, practices, and standards of conduct as outlined in the Ball Corporation manuals.
  • Works in both office and manufacturing environments.
  • This position is exposed to occupational hazards, including but not limited to, high noise levels, physical obstacles, exposure to chemicals, etc.
  • Must wear appropriate safety glasses, hearing protection, clothing, and footwear in appropriate areas and follow safety practices.

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Compensation & Benefits: 

  • Expected Hiring Salary Range:$98-141k  (Salary to be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.)  
  • This role will be eligible to participate in the annual incentive compensation plan. 
  • Please visit our "Total Rewards" page to learn more about Ball's comprehensive benefits structure.  
  • Onsite Work Environment:This position is based in Golden, CO and requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site. Travel and local commute between Ball locations and other possible non-Ball locations may be required.  

When submitting your application to Ball, we encourage you to emphasize your skills, experience, and qualifications that align with the role.  

Ball Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively encourage applications from everybody. All qualified job applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, aboriginality, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, age, political affiliation or any other non-merit characteristic. 

Please note the advertised job title might vary from the job title on the contract due to local job title structure and global HR systems. 

  • Under Colorado, California, Connecticut, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania law, you have the right to exclude or redact age-related details-such as your date of birth, school attendance dates, or graduation dates-from your resume, cover letter, CV, or other supporting documents (e.g., transcripts, certificates).  
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visa, now or in the future, for this job opening. 

* This position will be posted internally for a minimum of 5 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants. 

No agencies please. 

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