Axon · 1 day ago
Production Control Operations Analyst (Onsite)
Scottsdale, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expAxon is on a mission to Protect Life by addressing critical safety and justice issues with their ecosystem of devices and cloud software. In the role of Production Control Operations Analyst, you will ensure smooth production operations, improve visibility into performance metrics, and collaborate with various teams to drive data-driven decisions in manufacturing processes.
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Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end Production Order workflows, including creation, release, and closure of work orders while ensuring accurate routing, material allocation, and tracking of order status to support on-time production execution
Validate Bill of Materials (BOMs) and routings before releasing production orders and travelers to the manufacturing floor; ensure system accuracy and escalate discrepancies to Engineering or Product teams for resolution
Collaborate closely with Engineering on Engineering Work Orders (EWOs) and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) to ensure timely implementation of product changes and accurate reflection of revisions in the production process
Coordinate and execute quarterly and year-end physical inventory counts, as well as routine cycle counts; reconcile variances and support internal audits with detailed reporting and root cause analysis
Monitor and analyze production performance metrics (e.g., WIP status, throughput, rework, scrap rates), and partner with operations and quality teams to drive resolution of issues impacting schedule adherence
Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Finance teams on scrap reporting processes; ensure accurate documentation, root cause input, and alignment with cost tracking systems
Create and manage material movement and consumption journals in ERP/MRP systems (Microsoft Dynamics D365), ensuring accurate traceability of inventory usage and adjustments in real time
Support capacity planning and constraint analysis, identifying scheduling gaps, bottlenecks, and labor or equipment constraints to improve production flow and planning accuracy
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across production planning and control processes, including scheduling logic, work order release practices, and material staging
Generate and maintain reports and dashboards that provide real-time insight into production trends, material readiness, inventory position, and order execution performance for leadership and cross-functional partners
Qualification
Required
2–4 years of experience in production control, materials planning, or supply chain operations within a manufacturing or high-volume production environment
Strong working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite), including work order management, BOM validation, inventory transactions, and journal entries
Experience collaborating cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams, including support for Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and Engineering Work Orders (EWOs)
Solid understanding of production workflows and manufacturing documentation, including travelers, routings, BOMs, and materials consumption
Knowledge of inventory control principles, including physical inventory counts, cycle count programs, variance analysis, and reconciliation best practices
Strong organizational and communication skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic production environment
Preferred
Ability to analyze production and inventory data, identify trends, and drive process improvements; proficiency in Excel, dashboards, and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI or Tableau) preferred
Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement practices is a plus (e.g., Kaizen, 5S, root cause analysis, standard work)
Benefits
Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
Discretionary paid time off
Paid parental leave for all
Medical, Dental, Vision plans
Fitness Programs
Emotional & Mental Wellness support
Learning & Development programs
And yes, we have snacks in our offices
Company
Axon
Axon provides electronic control devices to law enforcement and corrections agencies.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2B2025-03-05Post Ipo Debt· $1.75B
2018-08-07Post Ipo Equity· $246M
2001-06-07IPO
Leadership Team
Jay Reitz
SVP Software Engineering
Anthony Baldoni
VP Strategic Initiatives
Recent News
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