BB- Maintenance Planner / Scheduler- Day Shift

Manufacturing Maintenance Solutions Inc • East Peoria, IL

20d • $25 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Planner Scheduler is responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating all maintenance activities to ensure maximum efficiency, safety, and reliability of facility operations. This role is integral in organizing preventive and corrective maintenance tasks, aligning with operational priorities, and managing resources effectively. The Maintenance Planner Scheduler will collaborate with maintenance teams, supervisors, and other departments to develop and maintain effective maintenance schedules while ensuring minimal disruption to production and operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (associate's degree or technical certification in maintenance management, industrial engineering, or related field is preferred).
• 3+ years of experience in maintenance planning, scheduling, or coordination in a manufacturing, industrial, or facilities maintenance environment.
• Strong knowledge of preventive maintenance (PM) practices, work order systems, and maintenance scheduling tools.
• Proficient in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) or similar maintenance scheduling software.
• Familiarity with maintenance metrics and KPIs such as downtime, mean time between failure (MTBF), and mean time to repair (MTTR).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with maintenance teams, managers, and other departments.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, work orders, and blueprints.
• Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical systems and equipment in a maintenance context.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, facilities management, or a related field.
• Certification in Maintenance Planning or Scheduling (e.g., Maintenance Planner/Scheduler Certification from SMRP or similar).
• Experience with building automation systems (BAS) or computerized maintenance management software (CMMS) like SAP, Maximo, or similar platforms.
• Project management experience, particularly in planning and scheduling maintenance or capital improvement projects.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies, such as Lean or Six Sigma, to optimize maintenance processes and workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop, organize, and maintain comprehensive maintenance schedules that align with operational priorities and minimize downtime.
• Coordinate and plan preventive maintenance tasks, ensuring equipment and machinery are regularly serviced and meet performance standards.
• Schedule corrective maintenance tasks in response to equipment failures, ensuring quick response times and minimal operational disruption.
• Collaborate with maintenance supervisors, technicians, and other departments to ensure work schedules align with operational needs and available resources.
• Manage the planning and preparation of maintenance work orders, ensuring they contain all necessary details such as parts, tools, and personnel requirements.
• Track maintenance work progress, ensure that tasks are completed on schedule, and provide regular updates to management on the status of ongoing maintenance.
• Ensure all required materials, tools, and equipment are available for planned maintenance tasks, minimizing delays due to supply shortages or tool availability.
• Review and optimize maintenance schedules based on equipment performance data, historical trends, and input from technicians and engineers.
• Monitor and manage resource allocation, ensuring that the correct personnel are assigned to the right tasks at the right time.
• Work with vendors and suppliers to ensure the timely delivery of spare parts and materials needed for maintenance work.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as equipment downtime, maintenance costs, and task completion rates to evaluate the effectiveness of maintenance schedules and adjust strategies as needed.
• Generate maintenance reports and metrics for management, highlighting successes, challenges, and areas for improvement.
• Ensure that all maintenance activities comply with safety regulations and organizational standards.
• Assist in developing maintenance budgets and forecasting labor, parts, and materials costs.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off & Holidays: All full-time team members accrue up to 3 weeks of PTO and 10 paid holidays per year. We even allow the carryover of unused vacation time!
• Dress: MMS provides uniforms at no cost to our team members
• Discounts: Everything from cell phones to vacations – we have access to many discounts
• Employee Assistance Program: Available to all employees from day one
• Tuition Reimbursement: MMS offers up to $3000 per year for continuing education (program approval required)
• Plan for the Future: MMS offers all employees the opportunity to establish their own 401K/Roth IRA
• Employee Ownership: Beginning at six months of employment, all employees become part of the Employee-Owned Stock Option Program (MMS covers the cost) – you reap the benefits of our success!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees