CT Production Scheduler (Second Shift)

CT Production Scheduler (Second Shift)

Location: This is an on-site position located in Pearland, TX

Shift: Wednesday - Saturday 2pm - 12:30am, with a weekend shift differential included.

The purpose of this role is for planning finished goods and intermediates across operations, ensuring alignment with demand and supply chain strategies. This role leverages ERP/MRP tools primarily SAP and Schedule Pro to create, monitor, and update production schedules and process orders. The planner plays a vital role in inventory control, schedule reliability, and meeting customer demand, while supporting long-term capacity planning and Operational Excellence (OE) initiatives.

What you will get:

A competitive compensation. In addition, below you will find a comprehensive summary of the benefits package we offer:

• Performance-related bonus.

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.

• 401(k) matching plan.

• Life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance.

• Employee assistance programs.

• Paid time off (PTO).

Compensation for this role will be determined by the candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and relevant knowledge.

What you will do:

• Develop and maintain weekly and 18-month production plans, including capacity and "what-if" scenario analysis.

• Use SAP, MRP, and planning tools to schedule production, monitor material usage, and close process orders.

• Ensure timely and accurate process order execution, confirmations, and TECO closures in SAP.

• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Customer Service, Sales, and Distribution teams to meet production goals and customer demand.

• Monitor production performance, supply chain critical metrics, and communicate schedule changes.

• Maintain planning-related databases, spreadsheets, and participate in S&OP and Demand Planning processes.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Life Sciences, Engineering, or related field (associate degree or HS diploma with experience also considered).

• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems.

• Microsoft Power Apps, Microsoft Power Automate, Microsoft Excel (specifically experience with power query and pivot tables).

• SAP experience highly preferred.

• Proficient in data analysis, computer coding, communication, and planning tools.

• Strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

About Lonza:

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.