Production Scheduler

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday. Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.

We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more. Come build a career you believe in.

About the Role

Atlas Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries, is seeking a Production Scheduler for our facility in Blytheville, Arkansas. Reporting to the Manager of Production Planning, the Production Scheduler is responsible for supervising production planning activities, developing schedules, and coordinating manufacturing workflows to meet customer demand and operational goals.

We are looking for a driven professional who is interested in developing a long-term career with Atlas Tube and contributing to the continued success of our operations team.

Duties and Responsibilities

Plan and schedule tube mill operations to meet production targets and customer demand Develop and maintain weekly rolling and production schedules Review raw material requirements against inventory and open purchase orders; expedite materials as needed Prepare and schedule slit process orders for internal slitters and issue purchase orders for subcontracted slitting Communicate daily with material suppliers and subcontract vendors regarding schedules, deliveries, and issues Analyze customer demand versus mill capacity and recommend corrective actions Serve as a liaison to the sales team by providing lead-time and material availability information Monitor and control inventory levels to support production efficiency Perform daily, weekly, and monthly mill reconciliations to ensure production, inventory, and material consumption records are accurate.

undefined Review and investigate inventory variances, production discrepancies, and transaction errors within SAP and other business systems. Maintain production planning records, reports, and documentation to support operational and inventory accuracy. Plan and schedule workflow across departments in alignment with manufacturing sequences and lead times Track project status, expedite delayed operations, and adjust schedules as needed Monitor, analyze, and report on production performance using material and production control systems Prepare production and scheduling reports Coordinate delivery and movement of critical materials, including transfers and conditional releases Resolve discrepancy reports, vendor service requests, and material issues; initiate replacement orders as needed Ensure alignment and clear communication of production status and planning objectives across stakeholders Perform other duties as assigned Required Skills and Competencies Minimum of five (5) years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment Strong team player with the ability to coordinate across internal teams and external partners Excellent analytical and decision-making skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Working knowledge of SAP Proficiency in Microsoft Excel Ability to maintain regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Experience with inventory management, material planning, and production reporting preferred.

What You’ll Get Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including: Competitive compensation Bonus plan and profit-sharing opportunities 401(k) with company match Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance Tuition assistance program Paid vacation and holidays Employee loyalty awards Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits.

In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more. M/F/D/V We are Zekelman Industries. We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers. We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.