Scheduler

Chief Industries, Inc.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Life insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Financial wellness coaching

Employee assistance program

Paid holidays

Education assistance

Job summary

Chief Industries, Inc. is seeking a Production Scheduler to plan and expedite material flow from fabrication to delivery. The role focuses on meeting schedules and maintaining inventory accuracy while collaborating with shop floor teams for efficiency.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of scheduling experience, strong math and communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office, IFS, SigmaNEST, and Steel Projects. On-site position with full benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1–3 years production scheduling experience preferred.
• Must be detail-oriented and able to multi-task.
• Strong math and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, IFS, SigmaNEST, Steel Projects.

Responsibilities

• Schedules production and expedites the flow of materials for assigned products to meet scheduled delivery dates.
• Carries out responsibilities with safety and efficiency as a priority.
• 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 with all teams to expedite flow of materials and documents to meet production schedule and customer expectations.
• Provide 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.
• Capable of working independently or as a team with minimum supervision.

Skills

Production scheduling

Detail-oriented

Multi-tasking

Math skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

IFS

SigmaNEST

Steel Projects

Job description

Job Category: Supply Chain/Logistics/Planning

Requisition Number: SCHED001249

• Posted : September 14, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Chief Buildings
Lancaster, SC 29720, USA

Description

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

Job 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

Shift

• 1st shift: 6:00am-4:30pm

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

Preferred

1-3 years:

One to three years of production scheduling experience preferred but will train the right candidate.

Must be detail-oriented, able to multi-task, and prioritize tasks with strict deadlines through personal time management skills

Possess strong math and communication skills

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

Equal Opportunity Employer
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