Temporary Scheduler-Planner

Tree Island Steel; Richmond; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Tree Island Steel, located at 3933 Boundary Road in Richmond, BC, seeks a Scheduler to translate planned demand into detailed production schedules and purchasing plans. You will serve as the liaison between Sales, Production, and Inventory to ensure on‑time delivery and optimal inventory positioning.

The role requires a Diploma in Operations Management (or related) and 2–3 years in a high‑volume setting, with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Operations Management or related field; equivalent experience.
• 2-3 years of experience in a high‑volume, repetitive manufacturing environment.
• CPIM designation or intent to obtain within 3–5 years.
• Strong proficiency in spreadsheets, databases, and analytical tools.
• Experience using MRP systems and production planning tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Translate planned manufacturing demand into detailed production schedules and purchasing requirements.
• Assign demand to machines and resources considering capacity and lead times.
• Coordinate with Sales and Production to align customer demand with capacity.
• Monitor schedules and communicate variances, risks, and recovery plans.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Prioritization

Problem solving

Education

Diploma in Operations Management

Tools

MRP systems

Scheduling tools

Job description

Tree Island Steel, 3933 Boundary Road, Richmond, British Columbia, Canada

Job Description

Posted Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 7:00 AM

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Tree Island Steel Ltd. (“Tree Island Steel” or the “Company”) is a publicly listed company whose shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol TSL. Headquartered in Richmond, British Columbia, since 1964, Tree Island Steel, through its three operating facilities in Canada and the United States, produces wire products for a diverse range of industrial, residential construction, commercial construction, agricultural, and specialty applications. Its products include bright wire; a broad array of fasteners, including packaged, collated and bulk nails; stucco reinforcing products; concrete reinforcing mesh; fencing and other fabricated wire products. The Company markets these products under the Tree Island®, Halsteel®, True-Spec®, K-Lath®, TI-Wire® and Tough Strand® brand names. Tree Island Steel operates in Canada under Tree Island Industries Ltd and in the United States under Tree Island Wire (USA) Inc.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Scheduler is responsible for translating planned internal and external manufacturing demand into achievable production schedules and related purchasing plans. This role assigns demand to specific machinery and production resources to support execution of the overall production plan. The Scheduler serves as a key liaison between Sales, Production, and Inventory, ensuring alignment between customer demand, capacity, and inventory positioning in support of exceptional customer service. This position is part of the MoveUp union bargaining unit, and successful candidates will be required to become and remain a member of the MoveUp union as a condition of employment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Production Scheduling & Planning

• Translate planned manufacturing demand into detailed, achievable production schedules and purchasing requirements.
• Assign demand to specific machines and production resources, considering capacity, constraints, and lead times.
• Apply inventory control principles related to production scheduling and consumable inventories.
• Utilize MRP, scheduling, and planning tools to support accurate production and inventory planning.

Support to Sales & Customer Commitments

• Provide timely and accurate responses to Sales inquiries related to order status, priorities, and delivery timelines.
• Act as a liaison between Sales and Production to align customer demand with manufacturing capability.
• Support exceptional customer service by ensuring schedules reflect committed delivery requirements.

Production Monitoring & Coordination

• Monitor production activity and track adherence to established schedules.
• Communicate schedule variances, risks, and recovery plans to Production and relevant stakeholders.
• Identify conflicts between demand and available capacity and escalation issues as required.
• Support resolution options to minimize production disruptions and customer impact.
• Effectively use scheduling, planning, and data management tools to meet departmental performance objectives.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to scheduling accuracy, data integrity, and planning processes.
• Contribute to improved planning practices through analysis and feedback.

Other Duties

• Perform other related duties of a minor nature consistent with the scope and responsibility of the role.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma in Operations Management or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 2-3 years of experience in a high‑volume, repetitive manufacturing environment.
• Strong proficiency in spreadsheets, databases, and analytical tools.
• Experience using MRP systems and production planning tools.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• CPIM designation or intent to obtain it with the first 3-5 years of employment.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Exemplary demonstration of the following competencies is critical for this role as we continue the development of the company’s culture and aptitude for success:

Tree Island Steel, 3933 Boundary Road, Richmond, British Columbia, Canada