Maintenance Planner - 1st Shift

Dart Container•Federalsburg, MD

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you a detail-driven problem solver who thrives on keeping operations running at peak performance? We're looking for a Maintenance Planner who is ready to take ownership of equipment reliability, optimize maintenance processes, and help power a high-performing manufacturing environment. This is your opportunity to play a pivotal role—balancing safety, efficiency, cost-control, and long-range planning while partnering with skilled technicians, operations leaders, and reliability engineers.

Requirements

5+ years of Preventive Maintenance, diagnostics, and repair experience (trade school/training accepted)
Experience optimizing Preventive Maintenance (PM) programs
Strong understanding of Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Skilled in identifying and evaluating solutions to improve reliability
Ability to prioritize effectively with minimal supervision
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Hands-on experience with Predictive Maintenance technologies
Proficiency with CMMS systems (SAP preferred)
Solid mechanical aptitude and understanding of electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and pump systems
Ability to read complex blueprints, manuals, and schematics
Strong math and computer skills, including Microsoft Office
Ability to follow, assess, and improve operational procedures

Nice To Haves

Prior maintenance planning & scheduling experience
Background in paper converting or packaging manufacturing

Responsibilities

Prioritizing maintenance work orders using risk and cost considerations
Managing the maintenance backlog and building both short- and long-range schedules
Preparing Bills of Materials, purchasing materials, coordinating fabrication, and sourcing specialty tools
Ensuring accurate, complete work orders, including off-shift communication
Collaborating daily with production and maintenance leaders to align priorities
Building and maintaining asset data within the CMMS (SAP)
Publishing maintenance KPIs and guiding optimal parts inventory
Creating detailed, technician-ready job packages (SOPs, JSAs, instructions, PM kits)
Continuously improving job plans based on feedback
Tracking warranties, repaired parts, and maintenance costs
Partnering cross-functionally to identify and drive continuous improvement
Communicating PM schedules to technicians
Meeting and supporting KPI targets for safety, quality, production, efficiency, and service
Ensuring compliance with GMP and all safety/quality regulations