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Production Scheduler

United States, Meridian · Job Posted May 29, 2026
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The Production Scheduler develops, maintains, and optimizes the master production schedule in a heavy metal fabrication manufacturing environment. This role balances customer demand, production capacity, material availability, and resource constraints to ensure on-time delivery, efficient operations, and minimal downtime. The Production Scheduler serves as the central coordinator, communicating schedule status, managing expectations, resolving conflicts, and driving cross-functional collaboration to meet customer commitments while optimizing shop floor efficiency.

Job Responsibility

  • Develop and maintain a practical master production schedule (MPS) based on customer orders, sales forecasts, project timelines, shop capacity, and material availability
  • Create detailed daily, weekly, and monthly schedules for the production processes
  • Analyze capacity requirements (machines, labor, cranes, fixtures, and floor space) and identify bottlenecks or constraints in the heavy fabrication environment
  • Adjust schedules in response to rush orders, design changes, material delays, or production issues while minimizing impact on overall performance
  • Act as the primary point of contact between Sales, Customer Service, and Manufacturing
  • Collaborate with Sales and Customer Service to provide accurate lead time estimates, promise dates, and status updates
  • Work closely with Production teams in Manufacturing to communicate priorities, resolve scheduling conflicts, and support daily execution
  • Partner with materials purchasing contacts to align raw material (plate, structural steel, etc.) procurement with the production schedule
  • Participate in Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings to align demand and supply plans
  • Monitor schedule adherence, on-time delivery (OTD), and key metrics (utilization, backlog, lead times)
  • Provide regular reports and visibility to leadership on production status, risks, and recovery plans
  • Drive continuous improvement in scheduling processes, capacity planning, and use of ERP/MRP systems
  • Manage work orders, routings, and priorities in the ERP system for heavy fabrication jobs
  • Ensuring schedules support quality, safety, and regulatory requirements in a heavy industrial environment
  • Support inventory management goals by minimizing excess WIP and finishing goods where possible
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field is preferred
  • 5+ years of production planning, scheduling or similar role in heavy metal fabrication, steel manufacturing, or custom equipment environment
  • Experience with complex, long-lead-time projects is essential
  • Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Epicor, Infor, SAP, or similar) and Advanced Excel skills
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities under pressure
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills - ability to influence and coordinate across departments
  • Deep understanding of capacity planning, rough-cut capacity planning (RCCP), and finite scheduling
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, project-driven environment
  • Strong understanding of fabrication processes (CNC cutting, plate rolling, heavy welding, assembly, etc.) and associated lead times and constraints
  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies is a plus

Nice to have

  • Certification in CPIM, CSCP, or similar supply chain credentials preferred
  • Experience with project-based or make-to-order manufacturing
  • Familiarity with heavy fabrication-specific challenges (e.g., large part handling, welding certifications, heat treatment, NDT requirements)
  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies is a plus

What we offer

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401(k)
  • PTO
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