Hilton Tool, LLC · 8 hours ago
Project Controls Specialist
Hilton Tool is a Manufacturer of Precision Machined Components. In this role, you will develop, maintain, and optimize detailed production schedules for machining projects, ensuring on-time delivery of precision parts while balancing machine capacity, material availability, labor resources, and customer requirements.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using ERP systems (e.g., JobBOSS, Epicor, SAP, or similar) and scheduling tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or Excel-based advanced planning)
Convert customer orders, design drawings, and project requirements into feasible production schedules, sequencing operations such as CNC milling, turning, grinding, welding, assembly, and inspection
Collaborate closely with machinists, programmers, inspectors, engineers, purchasing, and management to resolve scheduling conflicts and ensure alignment with project milestones
Analyze shop capacity (machines, tooling, manpower) and provide accurate lead time estimates, manufacturing quotes, and workload forecasts
Monitor in-process work, track job progress on the shop floor, issue work orders/travelers, and adjust schedules in real-time to address delays, material shortages, machine downtime, or priority changes
Generate regular status reports, performance metrics (e.g., schedule variance, on-time delivery %, machine utilization), and dashboards for project and senior management
Support change control processes by evaluating impacts of engineering changes, customer revisions, or scope adjustments on schedule and resources
Qualification
Required
Associate or bachelor's degree in construction management, Project Management, Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing), or a related field preferred
3–5+ years of scheduling/planning experience in a manufacturing or machine shop environment (CNC machining, precision fabrication, or job-shop setting strongly preferred)
Proven track record in project controls, production planning, or master scheduling
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., JobBOSS, Epicor, SAP) for shop floor control and scheduling
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel for advanced scheduling and data analysis); experience with Microsoft Project or similar tools a plus
Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing routings
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with strong attention to detail
Superior communication and interpersonal skills to work across departments
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven shop environment
Preferred
APICS/CPIM certification, PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP), or similar credentials
Experience in defense, aerospace, and other precision manufacturing sectors
Benefits
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
401(k) matching
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid time off
Company
Hilton Tool, LLC
Our Mission is to provide the highest quality products to our customers that meet their expectations every time.
Funding
Current Stage
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