Sr. Production Planner I

TAS•Houston, TX

23d

About The Position

The Sr. Production Planner I is a senior-level planning professional responsible for on-time product delivery through proactive management of production schedules, material availability, and MRP-driven demand. The role identifies and mitigates risks, mentors planners, and serves as an ERP and planning subject matter expert. It works with Production, Engineering, Purchasing, Warehousing, Scheduling, project managers, and shop leadership to coordinate priorities, resolve constraints, and communicate risks and recovery plans. TAS manufactures engineered packaged modular systems at its Houston-area facilities for data center, power, and commercial and industrial utility applications. The company describes a small-company environment supported by the resources and reach of Comfort Systems USA. TAS states that it has five ISO 9001-certified manufacturing facilities in Houston. This position is primarily desk-based, with computer work accounting for at least 80% to 90% of the role. The work takes place indoors and is subject to TAS’s tobacco-free workplace policy.

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; the posting also specifies an equivalent combination of education and relevant industry experience, with a minimum of six years.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Working knowledge of data collection systems and proficiency with data analysis and evaluation.
Proficiency with PC applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Experience working in a network environment.
Ability to function in a high-stress environment and work on multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to take input from multiple sources and prioritize work effectively.
Ability to communicate effectively with superiors, peers, and people inside and outside the company.
Commitment to excellence and high standards.
Embody TAS core values: 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, and ISO 9000 or other structured quality management systems is desired.
APICS CPIM certification is a plus.
Spanish language skills are a plus.
Experience with MS Project and/or Great Plains is desired.

Responsibilities

Plan, release, and manage production orders independently.
Verify drawings, bills of materials, routings, and material availability.
Ensure materials are staged before 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.
Serve as a planning and ERP subject matter expert, including expertise in planning logic.
Train and coach planners on ERP navigation and MRP logic.
Support system improvements and data integrity.
Act as a liaison among Production, Engineering, Purchasing, Warehousing, and project managers.
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 continuous improvement initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned by TAS.