Maintenance Planner

Purem Novi Inc

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Objective of the Position: Works with the maintenance manager and supervisors in developing and maintaining the scheduled maintenance programs and processes for the production facility, to minimize impact on production Essential Accountabilities: The position incumbent ensures, that · Responsible for planning maintenance work orders associated with the repairs, servicing, and efficient functioning of all machinery and equipment in the plant · Attends production planning meetings prepared to discuss equipment maintenance needs. · Ensures all accounting and supply chain procedures are followed in relation to performing his/her duties · Maintains open communication with operations regarding plans for equipment maintenance timing. · Manages maintenance data collection and information gathering for analysis to determine permanent corrective actions and continuous improvement opportunities. · Assists the maintenance manager in periodic analysis of cost trends with recommendations for continual improvement · Recommend equipment/tool upgrade opportunities. · Recommends solutions to chronic reliability problems and executes planned solutions. · Reports equipment related problems to operations and recommend/execute solutions. · Responsible for identifying spare parts needs and organization of spare parts inventory. · Responsible for organization of the equipment manuals. · Responsible for reducing or eliminating unplanned equipment downtime. · Support full use of the SAP PM module. · Participation in budgetary preparation, tracking, and analysis · Creation of purchase requisitions for planned work · Monitor work order completion, backlog, and schedule compliance to ensure health of maintenance systems Secondary Accountabilities: The position incumbent ensures, that · Conduct all business related activities for, and on the behalf of, Eberspaecher within the limits of applicable local, state, and federal legal requirements. · Provide support to, and compliance with, all local and corporate Eberspaecher Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) policies, procedures and other HSE related requirements. · Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and follows all ENA polices related to TS16949 and ISO 14001; looks for way to improve and promote quality. · Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school.
Minimum five (5) years related experience in a technical maintenance role working in a manufacturing environment, preferably automotive.
Ability to travel domestically by car or plane.
To perform this job successfully, an individual should be proficient in Microsoft Office and SAP.
Ability to analyze data and prepare reports, statements and projections.
Ability to apply mathematical concepts and operations, including calculations, percentages, etc.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos, and write simple correspondence.
Analytical- Synthesize complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
Business Acumen- Understands business implications of decisions.
Knowledge of continuous improvement of products for manufacturability.
Project Management- Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
Strives to continuously improve expertise, knowledge and skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks smoothly in situations containing a moderate to high level of stress.
Ability to maintain a safe and clean work environment.
Adaptability – Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.
The ability to follow-up on projects and ensure all items are completed on time with all necessary data required and supporting documentation.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction.
Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Supports organization's goals and values.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations.
Takes responsibility for own actions; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Ability to be self-motivated and to work with minimum supervision.
Ability to effectively present information to customers, supplier, coworkers and management.
Ability to maintain utmost confidentiality.
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints.
Ability to work as a Team Member towards overall company objectives. Teamwork – Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
Communicate and present proper information to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Customer Service – Ability to manage difficult customers Responds promptly to their needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
Initiative- Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
Innovation- Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets other’s attention.
Interpersonal skills-Focuses on solving conflict.
Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions based on gathered facts; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process, Makes timely decisions.
Leadership- Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well.
Motivation- Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence.
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.
Professionalism - Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with dignity, respect and consideration.

Nice To Haves

Two years planning or scheduling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for planning maintenance work orders associated with the repairs, servicing, and efficient functioning of all machinery and equipment in the plant
Attends production planning meetings prepared to discuss equipment maintenance needs.
Ensures all accounting and supply chain procedures are followed in relation to performing his/her duties
Maintains open communication with operations regarding plans for equipment maintenance timing.
Manages maintenance data collection and information gathering for analysis to determine permanent corrective actions and continuous improvement opportunities.
Assists the maintenance manager in periodic analysis of cost trends with recommendations for continual improvement
Recommend equipment/tool upgrade opportunities.
Recommends solutions to chronic reliability problems and executes planned solutions.
Reports equipment related problems to operations and recommend/execute solutions.
Responsible for identifying spare parts needs and organization of spare parts inventory.
Responsible for organization of the equipment manuals.
Responsible for reducing or eliminating unplanned equipment downtime.
Support full use of the SAP PM module.
Participation in budgetary preparation, tracking, and analysis
Creation of purchase requisitions for planned work
Monitor work order completion, backlog, and schedule compliance to ensure health of maintenance systems
Conduct all business related activities for, and on the behalf of, Eberspaecher within the limits of applicable local, state, and federal legal requirements.
Provide support to, and compliance with, all local and corporate Eberspaecher Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) policies, procedures and other HSE related requirements.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and follows all ENA polices related to TS16949 and ISO 14001; looks for way to improve and promote quality.
Other duties as assigned.