Maintenance Planner
On-siteAlabaster, Alabama, United States
Job Summary
Develop, plan, and schedule preventive and predictive maintenance activities for all production and facility equipment, creating detailed work orders including labor requirements, parts, tools, permits, safety procedures, and estimated completion times. Coordinate maintenance schedules with production to minimize operational disruptions, maintain the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) by creating, updating, and closing work orders, and review equipment history to identify recurring failures and recommend reliability improvements. Plan shutdowns, turnarounds, and major equipment overhauls, ensuring required spare parts, materials, and specialized tools are available before scheduled work begins. Coordinate with purchasing and vendors to procure maintenance materials and services, monitor maintenance backlog and prioritize work based on equipment criticality and business needs, and track performance metrics including PM compliance, schedule compliance, equipment uptime, MTBF, and MTTR. Support root cause failure analysis, continuous improvement initiatives, and capital projects while ensuring activities comply with OSHA and safety standards.
Required Qualifications
- 3–5 years of industrial maintenance experience
- Minimum 2 years of maintenance planning or scheduling experience in a manufacturing environment
- Experience using CMMS software such as SAP PM, IBM Maximo, JDE, Maintenance Connection, or similar systems
- Working knowledge of manufacturing equipment including: CNC machines, Presses, Welding equipment, Conveyors, Hydraulic systems, Pneumatic systems, Electrical systems, Compressors, Material handling equipment
- In-depth knowledge of maintenance policies, procedures, and best practices
- Proven ability to lead and manage a team effectively, including hiring, performance management, and disciplinary actions
- Technical accreditation from a recognized institution or completion of a skilled trades program
- Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in maintenance operations
- Strong organizational and planning skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to prioritize multiple maintenance activities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Ability to interpret equipment manuals, mechanical drawings, and electrical schematics
- Knowledge of preventive, predictive, and reliability-centered maintenance principles
- Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies
- Familiarity with OSHA safety regulations and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures
Desired Qualifications
- Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Manufacturing Technology, or related field preferred
- High school diploma or GED with equivalent maintenance planning experience considered
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