Job Description

Sunbelt Supply is a global provider of flow control solutions. We maintain one of the largest and most diversified selections of valves, actuators, actuation accessories and specialty PFF in North America, comprised of more than 50 major manufacturers. We provide in-house valve automation services, including CAD design and drawings, machine, fabrication, assembly shops featuring CNC machinery, and automation repair work.

Sunbelt Supply is a subsidiary of FloWorks International LLC, which is a privately held company located in Houston, Texas.

Job Information

The Production Scheduler is responsible for coordinating and monitoring production activities to ensure the timely and efficient flow of work through the machine shop. This role serves as a key liaison between the machine shop and other departments, coordinating work orders, materials, scheduling, and production priorities while providing accurate updates on job status, workload, and shop capacity. The Production Scheduler works closely with Assembly, Machine Shop, CAD Design, Sales, Expediting, and Warehouse teams to resolve production issues, support planning needs, and help ensure customer requirements and production timelines are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Determines and sources raw materials needed to produce parts when required.
• Distributes priority work orders to shop for processing.
• Enters and maintains all job orders into spreadsheet to provide status and record keeping.
• Maintains drawing files in system.
• Assists inventory control when required.
• Assist in arranging shipments to external vendors
• Provide regular updates on the progress of jobs, identifying potential delays due to product availability or raw material, tooling, staff or other issues.
• Fulfill special customer requirements
• Work with assembly technicians and machine shop personnel, as needed
• Provide pallet count, as needed
• May perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or GED required. Specialized skills training/certification may be required
• Or 2-4 years of experience in area of responsibility
• Must have a high level of competency in administrative, organizational and interpersonal as well as communication skills
• Must be able to manage multiple priorities
• Must be proficient in the use of computers and software, particularly MS Office tools
• Ability to work under pressure and meet critical deadlines
• Problem solving skills
• Overtime may be required occasionally
• Strong operations background
• Works in compliance with established procedures and/or protocols. Identifies and resolves
• readily identifiable, clearly defined problems.
• Demonstrates skill in data analysis, techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information, inconsistencies/anomalies in routine research/data.
• Nature of work requires general supervision, exercises judgment. May be paired with a mentor. Work typically involves regular process checks or review of output by a coworker and/or supervisor.

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to stand
• Frequently required to walk
• Continually required to sit
• Occasionally balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Continually required to talk or hear
• Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items up to 25 pounds
• Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally exposure to outside weather conditions
• Occasionally loud noise (examples: shop tool noises, electric motors, moving mechanical equipment)

Work Environment

• This role operates in a professional office and warehouse environment where standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers are used. Typically, in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noise, and fumes, which may cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness. Occasional visits to warehouses or operational sites may be required.

The Perks of Working Here

FloWorks offers a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Highlights include:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with multiple plan options
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Supplemental coverage (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity)
• Employee Assistance Program (includes 3 free counseling sessions)
• Identity Theft Protection at discounted rates

This information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this role. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this role. This description supersedes any previous or undated descriptions for this role. Management retains the right to add or change the duties of the position at any time. Questions about the duties and responsibilities of this position should be directed to the reporting Manager or Human Resources.

FloWorks is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or protected veteran status. Committed to fostering a culture where every individual is valued and empowered to contribute to shared success.

FloWorks participates in the US Government’s E-Verify program.