Production Planner

Sika AG•Sealy, TX

17d•Onsite

About The Position

Sika is seeking an experienced Production Planner for its roofing business in Sealy, Texas. The role is responsible for analyzing and preparing daily and weekly production schedules based on customer requirements, maintaining appropriate work-in-process (WIP) and finished-goods (FG) inventory levels, and communicating schedule changes promptly to production teams. The planner reviews customer releases and material requirements planning (MRP) information to develop schedules using SAP and Excel, and maintains production schedules in X4 to support efficient manufacturing operations. The role also coordinates engineering changes and new-product transitions, allocates time for special production runs and maintenance, and assesses resource constraints that may create bottlenecks. Sika describes a culture of entrepreneurship, open communication, employee safety and well-being, community involvement, and sustainability. The company is committed to an inclusive work environment and fair, equitable pay practices.

Requirements

A two-year degree in business management or 3–5 years of experience in production scheduling.
Five years of general experience in the field.
Strong computer skills, including Excel, Word, and a computerized order-processing system.
Excellent communication skills with internal stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

SAP scheduling experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Analyze and prepare daily and weekly production schedules based on customer requirements.
Analyze and determine plans to maintain appropriate WIP and FG inventory levels.
Communicate production schedule changes to the production area in a timely manner.
Review customer releases and MRP information to develop schedules in SAP and Excel.
Develop and maintain production schedules in X4 to support efficient manufacturing operations.
Schedule production to maintain appropriate WIP and FG inventories, support on-time shipments, and avoid expedites.
Manage the phase-in and phase-out of engineering changes and new products to minimize obsolescence.
Schedule adequate time for special production runs, including samples and tool runs, maintenance downtimes, and other events.
Evaluate resource limitations—including materials, equipment, workforce, and container availability—to identify potential bottlenecks.