Plant Scheduler

Vallourec - North America; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Profit Sharing: Up to 4%

401(k): Company match 4.5%

Paid Parental Leave (including adption

Paid Holidays: 10 days + 1 floating

Paid Vacation Time

Performance-Based Bonus Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Vallourec - North America is seeking a skilled planner to manage production scheduling and inventory allocation at our Houston-area facility. You will balance customer requirements with inventory policies, monitor stock levels, and drive improvements in PRI metrics.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years in manufacturing, strong Excel and analytical abilities, and experience with SAP and APS systems. Join a team focused on efficiency, accuracy, and cross-functional collaboration to support steady

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in business, supply chain or related discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication, Excel proficiency, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Pre/Direct allocation of unfinished tube and aged inventory.
• Set up routing steps per order in a legacy system.
• Plan and establish production schedules to balance customer requirements and inventory policies.
• Monitor material inventories and track production progress.
• Analyze and report on aged inventory for PRI meetings.
• Collaborate across departments to resolve constraints and improve PRI outcomes.
• Maintain data quality in scheduling tools.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Analytical skills

Inventory planning

SAP

APS

Education

Associate’s degree in business, Supply Chain or related discipline

Tools

SAP

APS (Advanced Planning & Scheduling)

Job description

• Pre/Direct allocation of unfinished tube and aged inventory, claim returns, rejects and downgraded material in the most cost-efficient manner.
• Set-up of routing steps per order in a legacy computer system.
• Plan and establish production schedules for plant operations to balance customer requirements with inventory control policies, monitor material inventories, track progress of production, and review factors, which affect production schedules.
• Track, analyze & prepare reports on aged inventory for PRI meetings.
• Continuously review the movement of materials and other supply chain processes to identify sources of problems and to develop suggestions for solutions.
• Understanding of product specifications and their effect on allocation of material.
• Analyze, track and report customer on time delivery information.
• Monitor customer orders for shortages during the production process; communicate short orders to sales for disposition.
• Monitor and manage available inventory, allocate to customer orders, monitor for overages during the production process, communicate overages to sales to minimize PRI, meet PRI objectives.
• Analyze short term constraints establishing recommendations for resolution. Work cross functionally to execute agreed solution.
• Maintain data quality and integrity within the scheduling tools.
• Strong collaboration with Inventory Control, Upstream Supply Planning, Operations, Sales, and Management to meet business goals.
• Special projects, as needed.

Location

8603 Sheldon RD. Houston, TX 77049

Your Role at a Glance

• Pre/Direct allocation of unfinished tube and aged inventory, claim returns, rejects and downgraded material in the most cost-efficient manner.
• Set-up of routing steps per order in a legacy computer system.
• Plan and establish production schedules for plant operations to balance customer requirements with inventory control policies, monitor material inventories, track progress of production, and review factors, which affect production schedules.
• Track, analyze & prepare reports on aged inventory for PRI meetings.
• Continuously review the movement of materials and other supply chain processes to identify sources of problems and to develop suggestions for solutions.
• Understanding of product specifications and their effect on allocation of material.
• Analyze, track and report customer on time delivery information.
• Monitor customer orders for shortages during the production process; communicate short orders to sales for disposition.
• Monitor and manage available inventory, allocate to customer orders, monitor for overages during the production process, communicate overages to sales to minimize PRI, meet PRI objectives.
• Analyze short term constraints establishing recommendations for resolution. Work cross functionally to execute agreed solution.
• Maintain data quality and integrity within the scheduling tools.
• Strong collaboration with Inventory Control, Upstream Supply Planning, Operations, Sales, and Management to meet business goals.
• Special projects, as needed.

What Sets You Apart

We’re looking for individuals who bring the right mix of experience, mindset, and motivation:

• Associate’s degree in business, Supply Chain or related discipline preferred
• 3+ years of experience working in a fast-paced, manufacturing setting
• Strong communicator with excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong analytical and reasoning skills
• SAP and APS (Advanced Planning & Scheduling) Systems, a plus

What Powers Your Performance

Success in this role is driven by a strong mix of personal ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We value team members who:

• Communicate clearly and constructively
• Collaborate effectively and contribute to team success
• Adapt to change with a proactive mindset
• Take accountability and initiative
• Demonstrate reliability and pride in performance
• Prioritize safety in every action
• Embrace feedback and continuous learning
• Maintain strong attention to detail
• Challenge the status quo and drive improvement
• Support and develop others through shared learning

How We Support Your Success

We’re committed to helping you thrive—on the job and beyond. That’s why we offer a collaborative culture where your ideas drive real change, and career mobility within a stable, essential industry. To support your growth and well-being, we also provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits program, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Company-Paid Life Insurance & Short/Long-Term Disability
• Profit Sharing: Up to 4%
• 401(k): Company match 4.5% with no vesting period
• Paid Parental Leave (including adoption)
• Paid Holidays: 10 days + 1 floating holiday
• Paid Vacation Time
• Performance-Based Bonus Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Safety isn’t negotiable, it’s who we are. Every spark, every shift, and every decision is guided by a commitment that goes well beyond compliance. We don’t cut corners; we set the standard. That means clear expectations, continuous training, and shared accountability at every level. Protecting our people is more than a priority, it’s a promise we make to every colleague, every day.