Maintenance Planner and Shift Manager

Cleveland-Cliffs • Rockport, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Cleveland-Cliffs Rockport Works is seeking a Maintenance Planner and Shift Manager to provide frontline leadership to skilled trades employees in our Finishing Department. This role supports safe, efficient, and reliable operation of critical plant systems within the Cold Mill section, with a significant portion of the focus dedicated to the maintenance, reliability, and troubleshooting of the welder.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Commitment to enforcing safety protocols and ensuring compliance with environmental and quality standards
• Strong organization skills
• Proficient computer skills, including database entry, Microsoft Excel, Word, Project and PowerPoint
• Proven electrical or mechanical knowledge and basic related work experience
• Strong negotiation, interpersonal and communications skills
• Flexibility to work extended hours, nights, and weekends when necessary
• Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work in the United Stated on a full-time basis

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related Technical field or combination of education / experience
• Journeyman rating or licensure in function overseen

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct hourly maintenance personnel during daily operations and downturns.
• Provide primary maintenance support for the welder in the Cold Mill, including planning, troubleshooting, coordinating PM tasks, and ensuring equipment reliability.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate maintenance using CMMS tools; maintain accurate TS16949 documentation.
• Evaluate and prioritize maintenance requests and coordinate with engineering, operations, and vendors.
• Prepare outage-related reports and assist with resource and cost planning.
• Enter requisitions for parts, supplies, and contracted services; manage maintenance backlog.
• Direct troubleshooting and repairs on production equipment, facilities, and utilities.
• Support safety, quality, and maintenance procedure implementation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• excellent total compensation package including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity
• health insurance
• retirement plan
• education assistance
• paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees