Production Scheduler

Production Scheduler

Location: Dallas, TX Schedule: Hybrid, in-office Tuesday through Thursday each week

Do you dream of working in a fast-paced environment where your initiative drives success?

Hempel, founded in Denmark in 1915, is a world-leading supplier of trusted coating solutions. Across the globe, our products protect and beautify buildings, infrastructure and other assets, and play an essential role in our customers' businesses. They help minimize maintenance costs, improve aesthetics, and increase energy efficiency. Through our brands Hempel, Neogard, Crown Paints, Wattyl and Farrow & Ball, we provide solutions for the Marine, Energy, Infrastructure and Decorative industries.

Join Our Team as a Production Scheduler! We're looking for a detail-oriented and strategic thinker to take charge of our production planning process. In this role, you'll be responsible for analyzing product demand and developing efficient production plans to ensure the timely availability of finished goods. Your insights will directly impact our ability to meet customer needs and maintain smooth operations.

A Production Scheduler for Hempel plays a critical role in ensuring our production processes run smoothly and efficiently. You'll be the link between demand forecasting and production execution—helping us deliver quality products to our customers on time, every time.

What you do you need to be successful in this role?

• Develop and manage production schedules based on current demand, sales forecasts, and inventory levels
• Schedule production batches for both stock and custom orders using our ERP system (AX)
• Collaborate closely with the Raw Material Buyer to ensure all necessary materials are on-site before production begins
• Coordinate with the Quality Control team to request batch sizes aligned with customer needs and factory capacity
• Work directly with the production team to manage last-minute changes, rush orders, and expedited fill instructions
• Partner with Customer Care to communicate product availability and shipping timelines
• Enter and maintain master data for finished goods, raw materials, and packaging components in AX
• Analyze sales forecasts versus demand to ensure all needs are met in the production schedule
• Track and support the achievement of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and departmental goals
• Assist with Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes
• Support physical inventory counts for both finished goods and raw materials

Can You Help Us Shape a Long-Term Vision for Success and Positive Impact?

We're seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional with the following qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years of experience in Supply Chain, Production Planning, in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Experience in industrial coatings is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics AX.
• Strong skills in data analysis, demand planning, and forecasting techniques.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Proven problem-solving abilities and a proactive mindset.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A strong customer service orientation and team-focused attitude.
• This position is a hybrid role with a requirement to be onsite at our Dallas, TX office Tuesday through Thursday each week. Monday and Friday offer flexibility for remote work, promoting work-life balance while ensuring strong team collaboration.

What is in it for you?

• Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage options that begin on your first day of employment

• Flexible HSA and FSA options to manage healthcare and dependent care expenses

• 12 paid holidays

• 15 vacation days to start

• 6 personal days

• Paid leave for jury duty and bereavement

• 401(k) plan options with immediate company match and full vesting from day one

• Basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage for the unexpected

• Enjoy 16 weeks of fully paid maternity leave or 4 weeks of paid paternity leave, supporting you during life's most important moments.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applicants of all backgrounds. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Direct applicants only; we are not engaging with outside recruitment agencies.

Application due 2026-06-01

Seniority Level Associate

Job Functions Manufacturing, Production, Supply Chain

Industry Chemicals

At Hempel, you're welcomed to a global community of +7000 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other.

We're on a mission to double our impact. To succeed, we need bright minds and team players. Which is why, from day one, your input, ideas and initiative are not only welcomed, but expected. In return, you will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company – and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact.

At Hempel, we are committed to everyone feeling safe, valued and treated equally, in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work. We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents, we can achieve great things, together.