Asset Care Planner

CONA Services•Sandston, VA

42d•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Asset Care Planner is responsible for performing the screening of incoming work requests, notification orders, identification of scope, and analysis of the required level of planning. This role serves as the on-site coach, trainer, motivator, and expeditor of materials and personnel. The Asset Care Planner provides a safe operating environment by planning installation, maintenance, and repair of machines, tools, equipment, and utility systems. They plan jobs with an appropriate level of detail for the given skilled trades workforce and schedule the work to be performed. The Asset Care Planner also works with the Maintenance Supervisor in developing the scheduled maintenance programs and processes for the facility to minimize the impact on production. They pre-evaluate the need for replacement parts and place orders or requisitions for parts to the Parts Coordinator. This role prepares parts kitting for planned work, plans for interruptions in work, develops backup plans to minimize interruptions for the production facility, and ensures that all accounting and supply chain procedures and policies are followed. This position is responsible for optimizing PMs, plans, and work tasks. They plan and schedule work to be performed and compile and deliver reports from SAP Maintenance for metric tracking.

Requirements

Computer Skills, SAP Maintenance, or other CMMS
Spreadsheet and Word Processing (Excel, Word) Email
Able to efficiently perform internet searches and research
Able to read and interpret vendor manuals and drawings
Able to communicate clearly and effectively with shop floor personnel, vendors, OEM suppliers, and management personnel
Able to perform some level of cost analysis and work within a structured budget
Ability to write detailed repair reports
Able to develop and deliver a clear and concise presentation when required
Committed to safety and teamwork
Highly motivated ability to learn and apply maintenance best practices
Ability to organize and plan tasks
Self-Directing – Able to work towards specific goals and objectives with limited daily oversight
High school diploma or GED; 2 years of education beyond high school in college or technical school
Knowledge acquired through 1 to up to 3 years of work experience

Nice To Haves

SAP Maintenance or other Electronic PM management system experience
Strong mechanical aptitude
Basic knowledge of Electrical and Automation
Some level of supervisory experience is desirable
Consideration will be given to individuals with an equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

Conducts field investigation to identify and document the requirements of the job by estimating required time on work order tasks, work order duration, and skills required to perform the task and planning jobs with an appropriate level of detail for the given skilled trades workforce
Determines and includes the Quality Assurance and Quality Control requirements on the job both from a Quality Department and from a Quality of Maintenance standpoint
Procures equipment and specialized tools required to perform work by understanding and gathering the necessary engineering or technical documents, specifications, and drawings; writing clear and concise work procedures; determining and kitting of parts required to perform the work, and planning parts for all projects to increase “wrench time” and maximize efficiency
Compiles information into a job package that is ready for skilled trades – clearly communicates with skilled trades regarding critical steps in the process
Coordinates priority setting with the management team, placing specific emphasis on obtaining the input of operations personnel in the setting of priorities
Assists and at times lead the TECO Process by participating in outage planning activities such as scope identification and control, scheduling, coordination, risk assessment, execution, and continuous improvement
Communicates work order performance expectations to contractors to ensure all related details of the work order are clearly communicated and understood
Participates with Reliability Department personnel on improvement projects particularly when they are related to the proactive maintenance plan and compiles and delivers reports from SAP Maintenance regarding KPIs related to the planning and scheduling processes
Performs other duties as assigned