Scheduler

Chief Industries, Inc.; Rensselaer (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation/time off

Company-paid life insurance

Company-paid short-term disability

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Financial wellness coaching

Employee assistance program

Paid holidays (8)

Education assistance

Job summary

Chief Industries, Inc. in Indiana seeks a Production Scheduler to plan and expedite materials through fabrication and assembly to meet delivery dates.

The role requires creating schedules, analyzing documents, and coordinating with shop floor and teams while upholding safety and quality standards. The successful candidate will work on-site in Indiana with access to comprehensive benefits and opportunities to impact manufacturing throughput.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Strong computer skills with MS Office and manufacturing software.
• Detail-oriented with ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Schedule production and expedite materials to meet delivery dates.
• Meet daily production targets to satisfy customers.
• Analyze production documents and issue work orders to maintain stock.
• Use data analysis to support raw material planning and finished goods fulfillment.
• Create production schedules and prioritize job-orders for optimization.
• Coordinate with teams to expedite materials and documents for schedules.
• Communicate production status to managers and update on progress.
• Work independently or with minimal supervision.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to multi-task

Deadline-driven

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

IFS

SigmaNEST

Steel Projects

Job description

Job Category: Supply Chain/Logistics/Planning

Requisition Number: SCHED001203

• Posted : August 4, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Description

Schedules production and expedites the flow of materials for assigned products through fabrication and assembly to ensure scheduled delivery dates are met.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carries out responsibilities with safety and efficiency as a priority. Prioritizes the well-being of colleagues and actively contributes to the safety program by collaborating, sharing ideas, and voicing concerns. Adheres to training guidelines, policies, and procedures while maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Proactively identifies and addresses potential hazards.
• Meet daily production targets to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Analyze production documents and issue work orders to maintain standard part inventory.
• Use data analysis to support raw material planning and finished goods fulfillment.
• Create production schedule and prioritize job-orders for production optimization.
• Follow-up as required with all teams to expedite flow of materials and documents to meet production schedule and customer expectation.
• Good customer service/phone skills and flexibility for handling a wide range of activities.
• Ensure processes are consistent with quality objectives.
• Communicate production status to managers on a regular basis.
• Interact with shop floor management daily to resolve issues regarding manufacturing efficiencies or additional information as requested.
• Capable of working independently or as a team with minimum supervision.

Education:

High School Diploma, or GED preferred

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Responsible for creating a collaborative, safe and hazard free environment that is driven by employee involvement. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to leading departmental continuous improvement projects, supporting and executing all safety and health policies and programs, employee training and incident investigations.

The Company:

Putting the needs of customers first has taken Chief Industries, Inc. from a small construction company in 1954, to a highly diverse company with a reputation for manufacturing quality products and offering unparalleled customer service. Through its many divisions and subsidiaries, Chief Industries employs over 1,400 skilled and dedicated employees who produce a wide variety of products, many of which are used around the world.

A Brand of Chief Industries, Chief Buildings has designed and manufactured a wide variety of construction solutions for customers located throughout the United State since 1966. Specific applications include manufacturing, commercial, community and agricultural buildings. Each structure is designed to meet the needs of the customer. Chief Buildings are sold by authorized builders throughout the United States, and are manufactured in Grand Island, Nebraska, Rensselaer, Indiana and Lancaster, South Carolina.

This full-time position is eligible for full company benefits, including

• Paid vacation/time off
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability benefits
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Financial wellness coaching
• Employee assistance program
• Paid holidays (8)
• Education assistance
• And much more.

Qualifications

Experience

Required

Possess strong computer skills and knowledge of computer programs including Microsoft Office, IFS, SigmaNEST, and Steel Projects.

Detail-oriented

Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks with strict deadlines.

Preferred

1-3 years:

Production scheduling experience preferred but will train the right candidate.

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