Maintenance Planner and Scheduler

Knapp Inc•Elwood, IL

13h•$75,000 - $130,000

About The Position

The Maintenance Planner and Scheduler supports maintenance operations by planning, scheduling, and tracking corrective and preventive maintenance activities by task and priority. The position manages work orders, documentation, and assets in KNAPP’s computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), and enters data into the CMMS, KPI reports, and Excel spreadsheets. It also maintains spreadsheets and generates daily, weekly, and monthly workflow, parts-usage, and system-performance reports using Kisoft Analytics and SCADA. The role reviews spare-parts stock against maintenance department demand, establishes and maintains customer relations by responding promptly to internal and external inquiries and promoting company products and services, and coordinates and supports plant-wide shutdowns as needed. Other duties may be assigned. The position may require overtime and occasional travel and includes physical activities such as sitting, squatting, walking, reaching, lifting 50–100 pounds, and reading. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. and follow the company’s drug-free workplace policy.

Requirements

Minimum 1–2 years of experience in Industrial Maintenance.
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
Ability to work in a self-directed manner and provide direction to others.
Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvements and assist with implementing them.
Strong computer skills, especially advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Excel and Access, and knowledge of various CMMS software.
Authorization to work in the U.S.
Adherence to KNAPP’s drug-free workplace policy, including required drug screening.

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain customer relations by promptly responding to internal and external customer inquiries and promoting the Company’s products and services.
Enter data into KNAPP CMMS, KPI reports, and Excel spreadsheets.
Maintain and format Excel spreadsheets and generate daily, weekly, and monthly reports on workflow results, parts usage, and system performance using Kisoft Analytics and SCADA.
Plan, schedule, and track corrective and preventive maintenance activities by task and priority level.
Review spare-parts stock against maintenance department demand.
Manage work orders, documentation, and assets within the CMMS.
Coordinate and support plant-wide shutdowns as necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned.