Maintenance Planner

Washington Mills•Niagara Falls, NY

1d•$85,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Washington Mills is seeking a proactive, organized Maintenance Planner for its Niagara Falls, New York location. The role focuses on minimizing operational downtime through efficient maintenance planning and contractor management. The planner assists with scheduling maintenance and ensuring required parts, equipment, and materials are on site. In coordination with the Maintenance Manager, the planner supports continuous improvement efforts and reports directly to the Plant Manager. The position is full-time and salaried. Responsibilities include coordinating contractors, establishing and maintaining a plant-wide preventive maintenance program, and planning, budgeting, and scheduling facility modifications and repairs. The planner may fill in for the Maintenance Manager as needed. The stated national pay range is $85,000–$95,000 per year, depending on experience and other factors. Washington Mills also describes compensation and benefits including subsidized medical and dental plans, an employer-sponsored retirement plan, company-paid life insurance, paid vacation, holiday time, family-friendly sick and personal leave, and career development opportunities.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in maintenance planning.
Strong organization and attention to detail.
Proficiency in interpreting blueprints and electrical schematics.
Good troubleshooting skills and the ability to stay focused on several tasks at once.
Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

Coordinate outside contractors for repairs to minimize downtime and provide schedules to plant management and the production team.
Estimate projects and repairs using multiple quotes and provide quotes to management for approval.
Establish and maintain a preventive maintenance (PM) program throughout the plant.
Plan, budget, and schedule facility modifications and repairs in coordination with the Maintenance Manager.
Expedite parts for emergency or unexpected maintenance repairs.
Fill in for the Maintenance Manager as needed.
Coordinate with the Maintenance Manager on continuous improvement efforts.
Assist in planning scheduled maintenance and ensure required parts, equipment, and materials are on site.