Sr. Production Planner I

Comfort Systems USA • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Sr. Production Planner I is a senior-level planning professional responsible for ensuring on-time delivery of product by proactively managing production schedules, material availability, and MRP-driven demand. This role is expected to identify and mitigate risks, mentor planners, and serve as an ERP and planning subject matter expert.

Requirements

• Held a similar position within the industry.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive experience in production planning or manufacturing planning.
• Demonstrated experience operating as a senior or lead planner in a complex manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of managing schedule risk, material constraints, and system-driven planning logic.
• Four-year technical degree or six years of equivalent work experience
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant industry experience (minimum six years).
• Committed to excellence and high standards.
• Strong organizational, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Working knowledge of data collection systems, proficient with data analysis and evaluation
• Proficient with PC applications, (MS Project, Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Experience working in a network environment.
• Ability to function under high stress environment.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to take input from multiple sources and prioritize own work effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively with superiors and peers as well as with individuals both inside and outside the company.
• Embody TAS core values of: Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Customer Passion, Growth Oriented, Innovation and Value Driven.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with JIT, MRP, CRP, Lean (or other waste elimination processes), ISO 9000 (or other structures QMS) desired
• APICS CPIM certification a plus
• Spanish language skills a plus
• Experience with MS Project and/or Great Plains desired

Responsibilities

• Plan, release, and manage production orders independently.
• Verify drawings, BOMs, routings, and material availability.
• Ensure material staging prior to manufacturing release.
• Monitor production progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Expedite materials and resolve constraints.
• Analyze MRP outputs for material and schedule risks.
• Identify and mitigate shortages and capacity constraints.
• Validate system data against actual schedules.
• Partner with Scheduling and cross-functional teams
• Advanced ERP proficiency and planning logic expertise
• Train and coach planners on ERP navigation and MRP logic
• Support system improvements and data integrity.
• Liaison between Production, Engineering, Purchasing, warehousing, and PMs
• Support shop leadership with shortages and prioritization.
• Communicate risks and recovery plans clearly.
• Train and guide junior planners.
• Review planner outputs for accuracy and compliance.
• Reinforce standard planning processes.
• Improve planning processes and material flow.
• Support SOP development and CI initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level