Maintenance Planner and Scheduler

Ingredion Incorporated • Winston-Salem, NC

1d • $84,400 - $112,533 • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Planner and Scheduler is responsible for efficiently utilizing the maintenance department’s workforce to resolve technical issues with equipment and assets in field and workshop settings. The role monitors weekly schedules for planned corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance, while also responding to emergency maintenance needs. Working with the Planning, Control, and Maintenance (PCM) team, the position sets maintenance priorities, coordinates equipment shutdowns with production, and manages spare parts and resources to support continuous production.

The role provides leadership and technical solutions to crew supervisors, process operations, and field operations. It also provides guidance to operations staff, manages department tasks, and develops and delivers projects that support plant safety, quality, production, cost, and customer delivery goals. The position may serve on task forces, cross-functional teams, and committees.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of experience in a similar role.
• Extensive experience in maintenance planning and field maintenance practices.
• Technical knowledge of industrial equipment and assets.
• Technical qualification in a relevant field.
• Advanced knowledge of SAP-PM and MM modules, the Prometheus Scheduling System, field maintenance practices, and maintenance management systems.
• Intermediate proficiency in the Office Suite.
• Intermediate English proficiency.
• Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills for working with departments and stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented and analytical, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
• Commitment to safety and compliance, with a strong understanding of regulatory standards and company policies.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage tight deadlines and high-stress situations while maintaining quality and performance.

Nice To Haves

• Certifications related to maintenance management or planning.
• Relevant industry certifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive maintenance schedules for corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance tasks.
• Monitor and adjust weekly schedules to accommodate planned work and emergency maintenance while minimizing production disruption.
• Work with execution teams, technicians, and operations to prioritize activities based on equipment criticality, risk, preventive maintenance, parts availability, and process needs.
• Support gatekeeper activities and debrief technicians on job completion in SAP; investigate root causes of schedule deviations.
• Support maintenance cost management for the unit maintenance manager.
• Create job plans and standard job plans using templates, and maintain them in the system.
• Plan and scope maintenance activities at the level of detail needed for execution, identifying critical paths, parts, and skill sets.
• Coordinate scheduled activity delivery times, materials, and kitted parts with operations.
• Negotiate production line shutdowns with stakeholders for major maintenance activities, aligning work with business objectives and sustainability goals.
• Create and maintain Bills of Material (BOMs) in SAP according to corporate standards.
• Provide documentation to Procurement to support bidding or requisitions.
• Execute medium- and long-term strategies and facilitate planning and scheduling meetings.
• Maintain and update preventive maintenance plans in SAP, ensuring their accuracy and relevance to operational needs.
• Manage and report maintenance KPIs and dashboards, providing actionable insights to maintenance and production teams.
• Ensure compliance with plant regulatory, ISO, quality, food safety, and GMP systems, policies, guidelines, standards, and requirements.
• Monitor maintenance activities and adjust plans to address unforeseen issues while minimizing production downtime.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by using new technologies and best practices to improve maintenance efficiency and equipment reliability.
• Develop relationships with suppliers and stay informed about technologies, repairs, and innovations that can improve maintenance practices.
• Lead and participate in PDCA cycles to improve maintenance plans and processes.
• Liaise between maintenance, production, and other stakeholders to support clear communication and alignment.
• Provide technical guidance to maintenance teams and ensure adherence to safety protocols and technical standards.
• Train and mentor maintenance technicians on SAP-PM and MM modules, including interpreting and analyzing data for decision-making.
• Participate in the selection, evaluation, and development of maintenance personnel.
• Support skill-assessment definition and assign work orders according to employees’ skill sets; provide input on training needs or external support.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Resources supporting physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
• Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement.
• Employee recognition program with personalized recognition rewards.
• Employee discount program for products, services, and travel.
• Potential eligibility for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission or bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed