Fabrication Production Scheduler

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain daily and weekly production schedules for fabrication operations including press brake, laser/turret punch, welding, and staging
• Sequence work orders to optimize flow, minimize changeovers, and align labor and machine capacity with demand
• Release and manage shop orders, travelers, and dispatch lists to ensure clear priorities on the shop floor
• Partner with Fabrication Supervisors to adjust schedules based on labor availability, equipment uptime, and WIP levels
• Coordinate with Materials and Purchasing to ensure material availability and resolve shortages or expedites
• Monitor WIP, backlog, and schedule adherence to identify risks to on-time delivery
• Review engineering drawings, routings, and BOMs for accuracy prior to scheduling
• Maintain accurate master data in ERP systems, including routings, lead times, and work centers

Requirements

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience required
• 3-5 years of production planning or scheduling experience in a manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of sheet metal fabrication processes, capacities, and constraints
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, routings, and bills of material
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in HVAC, indoor air quality, or made-to-order manufacturing environments
• Exposure to Lean or continuous improvement methodologies (flow, WIP control, capacity balancing)
• Experience supporting high-mix, low-volume production
• APICS/ASCM CPIM coursework or certification

About the Company

Trion IAQ, a business of Air Distribution Technologies, Inc., specializes in high-performance, sustainable indoor air quality solutions. Founded in 1947, we serve commercial, industrial, and healthcare environments with advanced air cleaners, filters, humidifiers, and industrial air scrubbers.