Scheduling Clerk

Chicago Tube & Iron Company; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Chicago Tube & Iron is seeking a Scheduling Clerk to help keep our production processes running smoothly at CTI. In this role you will enter and close sales orders, create production jobs, print travelers, and manage backorders while ensuring data accuracy across the shop floor.

You will coordinate material movement, process transfer orders, and support quality and inventory controls. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in manufacturing, strong organization, and proficiency with MRP/ERP systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience using an MRP/ERP system.
• Familiarity with CAD/SolidWorks and reading technical drawings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, email).
• Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Enter and close sales orders, create production jobs, print job travelers, and manage backorders.
• Review production job packets to verify information and support efficient manufacturing processes.
• Coordinate material movement, process transfer orders, and inventory adjustments.
• Support quality & inventory control with buybacks and vendor returns coordination.
• Track inventory transactions and ensure completion on time.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Purchasing and other departments to resolve issues.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Tools

MRP/ERP system

CAD/SolidWorks

MS Office

Job description

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5 days ago Requisition ID: 1871

Salary Range: $50,000.00 To $55,000.00 Annually

Are you organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in manufacturing operations? Chicago Tube & Iron (CTI) is looking for a motivated Scheduling Clerk to help keep our production processes running smoothly!

In this role, you'll play an important part in supporting manufacturing operations, processing production orders, coordinating material movement, and ensuring accuracy throughout the production process. If you enjoy problem-solving, working with different teams, and keeping things organized in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you!

What You'll Do

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.

What We're Looking For

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.

What to Expect

Combination of office and warehouse environments.

Approximately 2–3 hours of standing and walking daily.

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.

Required personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn in designated areas.

Additional duties may be assigned as business needs evolve.

Why Chicago Tube & Iron?

At Chicago Tube & Iron, we take pride in our people, our products, and our commitment to delivering Consistent, Reliable, Customer Service.

We're looking for individuals who take ownership of their work, value teamwork, and want to make a meaningful contribution to a company with a long-standing history in the metals industry.

Ready to put your organizational skills and manufacturing knowledge to work?

Apply today and become part of the CTI team!

Chicago Tube & Iron is an Equal Opportunity Employer.