Production Scheduling Specialist

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Chicago Tube & Iron (CTI) is seeking a Scheduling Clerk to help keep our production line running smoothly in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will enter and close orders, manage production jobs, and coordinate material movement with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of manufacturing experience, familiarity with MRP/ERP systems, and strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience using an MRP/ERP system is a plus.
• Familiarity with CAD/SolidWorks and the ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and email.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy.
• A team-oriented attitude with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Keep Production Moving: Enter and close sales orders, create production jobs, print job travelers, and manage backorders and job splits.
• Ensure Accuracy: Review production job packets to verify information and support efficient manufacturing processes.
• Coordinate Material Movement: Process transfer orders for excess materials, quality-related issues, and inventory adjustments.
• Support Quality & Inventory Control: Process buybacks related to quality discrepancies and coordinate vendor returns with Quality and Purchasing teams.
• Track Inventory Transactions: Monitor raw material and finished goods transfers, ensuring transactions are completed accurately and on time.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with Production, Quality, Purchasing, and other departments to resolve issues and keep operations on track.

Skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Tools

MRP/ERP system

CAD/SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Chicago Tube & Iron (CTI) is seeking a Scheduling Clerk to help keep our production line running smoothly in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will enter and close orders, manage production jobs, and coordinate material movement with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of manufacturing experience, familiarity with MRP/ERP systems, and strong organizational and communication skills.