Production Line Scheduler

Company Description
For over 100 years, BlueScope continues to build on our reputation of quality brands and products, leading technology and a customer-first spirit. Through our global brands, we are one of the largest manufacturers of building solutions in the world. Our diverse, bright and inspired workforce is committed to bettering the communities we serve through breakthrough thinking and innovations. Your goals, ideas and perspective can help shape our future – we look forward to hearing them!   

Position Overview

The Production Line Scheduler is responsible for ensuring optimal balance between customer satisfaction and manufacturing efficiency. This role coordinates with the Planning and Logistics department and production teams to ensure timely delivery of products while maximizing cost-effectiveness and capacity utilization.

Key Responsibilities

Production Scheduling

• Create and manage production schedules to meet customer delivery expectations.
• Ensure material availability for seamless production flow.

Customer Service Enhancement

• Foster superior customer service as a competitive advantage.

Order Management

• Collaborate with Planning and Logistics to prioritize and schedule value-added orders.
• Act as a quality gatekeeper to minimize order entry errors.

Process Optimization

• Partner with production teams to identify opportunities to improve line throughput.

Continuous Improvement

• Monitor and adjust schedules to adapt to operational changes or unforeseen challenges.

Key Performance Indicators

• Productivity: Monitor OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) and yield to meet targets.
• Customer Delivery: Achieve delivery performance goals with a focus on timeliness.
• Order Accuracy: Ensure zero order errors through meticulous scheduling and verification.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Basic computer competency.

Preferred:

• College degree.
• 5 years of experience with coil coating, galvanizing, or slitting lines.
• Familiarity with Steelscape products and SAP (3 years preferred).

Skills and Competencies

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Customer focus and ethical decision-making.
• Proficiency in scheduling tools and systems (MES, SAP, forecasting tools).

Working Conditions

• Frequent computer use with potential for repetitive motion.
• Interaction with various departments and occasional client-facing duties.
• Exposure to production environments requiring safety awareness and occasional use of protective gear.
• Minimal travel with occasional overnight or international trips.

Salary Range: This position's estimated annual base salary is $63,858.00 - $95,786.00. Actual base salary will be dependent on an individual’s skills, qualifications, and experience. This role is eligible for 401k Savings plan, Healthcare (medical, dental and vision), and other generous rewards.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, skills, relationships or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.

EEO Employer/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veteran

BlueScope is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status, as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. 

Additional Information
The preceding job responsibilities and tasks were designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this job.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job duties and responsibilities required of associates assigned to this job.  Associates may be required to perform other duties as assigned.  Additional job competencies, individual goals, and performance measurements are set at the department level.

The benefits are just as rewarding as the work at BlueScope.  To support our goal, we offer a total compensation plan and an outstanding benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement. 

EEO: Employer/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veteran

BlueScope is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status, as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. 

Salary : $63,858 - $95,786