Planner

Emerson; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance plans

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible time off plans

Paid parental leave

Vacation and holiday leave

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a Production Planning professional to support the Master Production Schedule (MPS) and release work orders based on priorities. You will validate BOMs/routings, ensure material availability, and coordinate with Engineering and Customer Care to resolve discrepancies.

You will monitor WIPs, drive corrective actions for aging inventory, and balance capacity with leadership to optimize production priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or related field.
• 3+ years in manufacturing, production planning, materials planning, scheduling, or supply chain.
• Strong knowledge of MRP systems and BOMs/routings.
• Experience with material substitutions and inventory transactions.
• Proficiency with Excel and MS Office; analytical mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support creation, maintenance, and execution of the Master Production Schedule (MPS).
• Review and release work orders per production priorities and schedule requirements.
• Validate work order readiness including BOM accuracy, routing accuracy, material availability, and subassemblies.
• Coordinate with Customer Care/Engineering to resolve missing information or discrepancies.
• Identify and implement material substitutions with Engineering when shortages occur.
• Monitor work orders through production lifecycle from release to shipment.
• Manage aging WIP and drive corrective actions to timely completion.
• Balance material availability, labor capacity, and production priorities with manufacturing leadership.
• Verify all material issues, completions, backflushes, subassembly transactions, and inventory movements before closing WOs.
• Communicate priorities, shortages, risks, and recovery plans across the organization.
• Interact with plant and corporate personnel at all levels.
• Perform other duties as assigned; work overtime as required.

Skills

MRP knowledge

BOMs/routings/inventory

Excel

Analytical/problem solving

Multitasking in fast-paced environment

Cross-functional communication

MS Office suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Job Description

• Support the creation, maintenance, and execution of the Master Production Schedule (MPS).
• Review and release work orders in accordance with production priorities and schedule requirements.
• Validate work order readiness prior to release, including bill of material (BOM) accuracy, routing accuracy, material availability, and availability of required subassemblies.
• Review order requirements for completeness and readiness, coordinating with Customer Care, Engineering, and customers to obtain missing information, clarify technical requirements, and resolve discrepancies.
• Work closely with Engineering to identify and implement approved material substitutions when shortages or supply disruptions occur.
• Monitor and manage work orders through the entire production lifecycle from release through shipment.
• Actively manage aging WIP by identifying root causes, driving corrective actions, and ensuring timely order completion.
• Partner with manufacturing leadership to balance material availability, labor capacity, and production priorities.
• Verify all material issues, completions, backflushes, subassembly transactions, and inventory movements have been properly processed before closing work orders.
• Communicate production priorities, shortages, schedule risks, and recovery plans to stakeholders across the organization.
• Interact with all levels of plant and corporate personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Work overtime as required.

Who You Are

• You identify and seize new opportunities. You set break down objectives into appropriate initiatives and actions. You persist in accomplishing objectives despite obstacles and setbacks. You anticipate future trends and implications accurately.

For This Role, You Will Need

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of manufacturing, production planning, materials planning, scheduling, or supply chain experience.
• Strong knowledge of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems.
• Experience working with Bills of Material (BOMs), routings, and inventory transactions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart

• Previous experience with Oracle ERP.
• APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM preferred).
• Experience in a make-to-order or mixed-mode manufacturing environment.

Our Culture & Commitment to You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs.

• Medical insurance plans.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee resource groups.
• Recognition.
• Flexible time off plans.
• Paid parental leave (maternal and paternal).
• Vacation and holiday leave.

About Us

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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About Emerson

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!