[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Sumitomo Electric jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sumitomo-electric/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Sumitomo Electric # Production and Cost Control Manager Full-time Manager or lead Manufacturing & Production Listed on Sumitomo Electric’s official careers site. Posted March 2, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Sumitomo Electric](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sumitomo-electric/) / Production and Cost Control Manager ## Job description A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Production Management, Finance, or a related field. Minimum of 3–8 years of experience in production planning, manufacturing, or cost control. Strong background of relevant experience in Production and Production Production Planning & Control Knowledgeable in FPC or PCB manufacturing processes Strong knowledge of financial analysis, budget management, forecasting, procurement, resource allocation and cost control. ### Core responsibilities Developing Production Plans: Creating detailed, realistic production schedules to meet customer demand and sales forecasts. ### Capacity Planning Determining the necessary workforce, machinery, and materials to meet production targets. ### Workflow Optimization Organizing workflow to maximize throughput and minimize bottlenecks. ### Adjusting Schedules Renegotiating timelines and re-allocating resources as needed to accommodate urgent orders or deal with production delays. ### Cost Control and Financial Management Budget Development Preparing and managing departmental budgets, including labor, raw materials, and overhead. ### Variance Analysis Comparing actual production costs against standard or budgeted costs to identify, analyze, and correct discrepancies. ### Waste Reduction Implementing initiatives to reduce waste, such as improving material usage or streamlining processes. ### Cost-Saving Initiatives Identifying and driving opportunities for cost reductions in manufacturing, such as implementing Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles. ### Inventory Control Monitoring inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods to avoid overstocking and reduce holding costs. ### Operational Control and Supervision Supervising Staff Managing, training and evaluating performance of staff. ### Quality Control Oversight Ensuring products meet quality standards and specifications, collaborating with quality assurance teams to reduce defect rates. ### Equipment Maintenance Coordinating with maintenance teams to ensure machinery is operating at peak efficiency, minimizing downtime. ### Health and Safety Compliance Enforcing health and safety regulations (e.g., OSHA standards) to maintain a safe working environment. ### Analysis and Reporting Performance Monitoring Tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) such as production efficiency, downtime, and on-time delivery, etc. ### Reporting to Management Preparing and presenting regular reports on operational performance, budget variances, and production status to senior leadership. ### Data-Driven Decision Making Using production data to analyze trends, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions. ### Key Skills Required Strong Technical/Manufacturing Knowledge: Understanding of production processes, machinery, and manufacturing technologies. ### Analytical Skills Ability to break down complex data to improve efficiency and cost control. ### Leadership and Communication Ability to motivate teams and liaise with other departments like Procurement, Sales, and Engineering. ### Problem-Solving Proactively addressing issues like material shortages or equipment breakdowns. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Mar 2, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 19, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 19, 2026 - Listed for: 231 days - Employment type: Full-time ## More jobs at Sumitomo Electric ### [2nd Shift Manufacturing Supervisor](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sumitomo-electric/jobs/9039b9e45e9918c27da5/) ### [Assembly Kanban Leader (B and D shifts)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sumitomo-electric/jobs/1598cfcb64d61e90d84d/) ### [Chef d'équipe Production](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sumitomo-electric/jobs/9ef0ce7797a81ddb59a5/) ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Sr Cost Control Analyst](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/totalenergies/jobs/b6a55f29636ead6cd8a6/) TotalEnergies ### [VIE - Continue Cost Control (3C) & Lean Engineer (H/F) - Congo](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/totalenergies/jobs/011c11e2695799e7b4fe/) TotalEnergies ### [Production Planning & Control (PPC) Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/siemens/jobs/62964029593079d4c84d/) Siemens ### [Associate Production Control & Planning Coordinator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sandisk/jobs/c3585bc18f55ee12c250/) Sandisk ### [Associate Production Control & Planning Specialist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sandisk/jobs/ebff08d63bc0c77e8d63/) Sandisk OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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