The Planner 1, Maintenance ensures the reliability and efficiency of the equipment and systems at the facility. This role plans, schedules, and coordinates maintenance activities to optimize operational productivity and minimize downtime. Additionally, this role collaborates with departments across the site to ensure successful completion of work orders.

What You’ll Do

•Assists with the management of Maintenance planning, scheduling, and job plan development
•Maintains accurate maintenance activity records and documentation
•Partners with stakeholders and assists with the development of work instructions and schedules
•Coordinates with production and logistics teams to ensure work is executed on time and minimizes out of service time
•Monitors key performance indicators (KPIs), including Work Order backlog, rescheduled work, and schedule accuracy to identify trends and areas for improvement
•Ensures planning data is accurate and up to date in the company’s Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
•Follows standard operating procedures (SOPs) and protocols to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards
•Notifies management or Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) when unsafe conditions or hazards are found
•Other duties, as assigned

Knowledge & Skills

•Effective communication, both written and oral
•Time management, analytical, and problem-solving skills
•Ability to handle multiple projects
•Willingness to adapt to new processes, technologies, and regulations
•Ability to work in a team environment
•Detail-oriented
•Knowledge of maintenance best practices

Required Skills

•High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of experience in maintenance or engineering; or
•Associate’s degree in Maintenance or related field with 2 years of experience in maintenance or engineering; or
•Bachelor’s degree in Maintenance, Engineering, or related field with no previous experience
•Experience with Microsoft Office and data entry

Preferred Skills and Certification

•Experience with maintenance, planning, and scheduling and planning software (e.g., Enterprise Asset Management (EAM))
•Experience with equipment maintenance and calibration processes
•Experience writing and revising job plans and work instructions

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

Will work in environment which may necessitate respiratory protection. X No Yes
May work in Mechanical/Production spaces that may require hearing protection and enrollment in a hearing conservation program. X No Yes
Will work in environment operating a motor vehicle or Powered Industrial Truck. X No Yes
Ability to discern audible cues. No X Yes
Ability to inspect or perform a task with 20/20 corrected vision, visual acuity, including distinguishing color. X No Yes
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to ascend or descend ladders, scaffolding, ramps, etc. X No Yes
Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time. X No Yes frequency/minutes (If yes, may specify frequency/duration: up to 15, 30, 120, 240 minutes)
Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time. No X Yes 120 minutes
Ability to conduct activities using repetitive motions that include writs, hands and/or fingers. X No Yes
Ability to operate machinery and/or power tools. X No Yes
Ability to conduct work that includes moving objects up to X pounds. X No Yes If yes, 10 lbs. 33 lbs.
Ability to bend, push or pull, reach to retrieve materials from 18” to 60” in height, and use twisting motions. X No Yes ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Will work in warm/cold environments. X No Yes Range (If yes, specify approximate temperature ranges.)
Will work in outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind. X No Yes
Will work in small and/or enclosed spaces. X No Yes
Will work in heights greater than 4 feet. X No Yes