What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Scheduler position at McElroy Metal?
About McElroy Metal
McElroy Metal is a leading manufacturer of metal roofing, metal siding and sub-structural components with 13 manufacturing facilities, 25 Service Centers and 45 Metal Mart locations across the US.
Founded in 1963, we’re a third-generation family owned company that offers competitive compensation, development programs with opportunities for annual increases, employee incentive and benefits packages for all positions. It’s time to join the McElroy family!
Position Overview
McElroy is searching for a Production Scheduler in our Houston, TX manufacturing facility. We are looking for motivated individuals who enjoy working as a team. The Production Scheduler coordinates and schedules the shipment of products to the customer, on time, and by the most cost effective method. This position reports to the Operations Manager.
Position Details:
- Plan and schedule shipments in the most cost-effective method, whether by route truck or contract carrier
- Serve as primary contact with all contract carriers
- Enter all orders into McElroy’s shipping system to generate required trip reports specifying carrier assignments, dates, drops, weights, and times for pick-up and delivery
- Prepare shipping orders for loading crew and truck drivers
- Notify customers of scheduled deliveries and continue to advise customers of changes or updates
- Have an open communicative relationship with internal and external customers with the ability to solve shipment problems as needed
- Respond to sales personnel on freight rate requests and document per the McElroy SOP
- Work closely with operations and customer service to maximize proper production sequence and scheduling
- Negotiate rates for contract carrier deliveries and continue to increase contract carrier base
- Prepare and submit, as required, daily, weekly, and monthly traffic reports and file freight claims with the responsible person
- Assist customers with all Customer Pick-up orders
- Physically inspect and sign for all UPS and FedEx parcel shipments
- Log, validate, and approve all contract carrier loads against invoices submitted to accounts payable
What Will Make You Successful:
- Minimum of High School Diploma
- Computer experience including MS Office. Experience with Oracle beneficial
- Understanding of ICC and DOT requirements a plus
- Ability to read maps thoroughly
Benefits:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k
- Annual Performance Bonus
- Annual Profit-Sharing
- Rapid career growth opportunities with regular pay increases
McElroy Metal is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment that allows each employee to be their best based upon their merit, talent and aspiration. We do not discriminate, and we abide by the laws in the locations in which we operate.
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Work Location: Multiple Locations
